FAQ for HMO
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Medical Insurance FAQ's
- Q. What does HMO stand for?
- A. This is a variation of the phrase, "Hey Moe." Its roots go back to a concept pioneered by Moe of the Three Stooges, who discovered that a patient could be made to forget about the pain in his foot if he was poked hard enough in the eyes.
- Q. I just joined an HMO. How difficult will it be to choose the doctor I want?
- A. Just slightly more difficult than choosing your parents.
- Q. Do all diagnostic procedures require pre-certification?
- A. No. Only those you need.
- Q. Can I get coverage for my pre-existing conditions?
- A. Certainly, as long as they don't require any treatment.
- Q. What happens if I want to try alternative forms of medicine?
- A. You'll need to find alternative forms of payment.
- Q. My pharmacy plan only covers generic drugs, but I need the name brand. I tried the generic medication, but it gave me a stomachache. What should I do?
- A. Poke yourself in the eye.
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