Uninsured, Not Helpless How to Get Medication, Doctor Visits, Lab Work, and Bill Help Without Health Insurance

Uninsured, Not Helpless is a practical survival guide for people who need healthcare but do not have health insurance. If you are worried about paying for medication, finding a doctor, getting lab work, or handling a medical bill, this book gives you plain-English steps you can use right away. Inside, you'll learn how to compare prescription prices, ask about lower-cost medication options, find sliding-scale clinics, use safety-net resources, request price estimates, apply for hospital financial assistance, review medical bills, and check coverage options like Medicaid, CHIP, Marketplace plans, and COBRA.
This guide includes scripts, checklists, trackers, resource links, and a 30-day and 90-day survival plan to help you take action without feeling overwhelmed. You may not have insurance, but you still have options.