Akilah Weber Pierson, MD
@aweberpierson
Most people are expected to navigate deductibles, copays, prior authorizations, and coverage limits without ever being taught how insurance really works. Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/0ZXqUZl8Pe8
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