> The provider can use the high prices as a bludgeon against the uninsured. While I am sure that happens, my experiences in that past of being without insuranc

> The provider can use the high prices as a bludgeon against the uninsured. While I am sure that happens, my experiences in that past of being without insurance most places gave me a discount for paying in cash. Up to 30% at some clinics. This is especially true for smaller providers as dealing with insurance companies was a huge time and resource suck so they preferred cash patients.