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Pamela, 60 · Medical
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Medical · Member story · March 6, 2026

Challenges: Cost of Pre-surgical Imaging and Routine Screenings

Pamela’s Medical Journey

Pamela and her husband first used Curaechoice in late 2023 when her husband needed a specialized MRI before knee replacement surgery. While their local hospital, does not accept Curaechoice, they found a provider in Tuscaloosa that did, allowing them to avoid an out-of-pocket cost of around $300 for the procedure.

Pamela also used Curaechoice for her annual mammogram, which typically includes additional imaging. Curaechoice fully covered both the mammogram and additional imaging.


Our experience with Curaechoice has been excellent.
Pamela

Coverage and Satisfaction

While Pamela and her husband must travel 45 miles for in-network care, they find the savings and quality of service well worth it. They estimate that using Curaechoice for imaging alone has saved them hundreds of dollars.

For his actual knee surgery, Pamela’s husband opted to use an out-of-network provider they were already familiar with, but they were still able to take advantage of Curaechoice for pre-surgical imaging.


At my medical visits, I didn’t have to pay anything and I have not received additional bills.
Pamela

Pamela's benefits with Curaechoice

  • Imaging Cost Savings. Saved hundreds of dollars on diagnostic scans, including an MRI for her husband’s surgery.
  • Zero-cost Screenings. Paid $0 for her mammogram and ultrasound.
  • Trusted, High-quality Care. Traveled to a top-tier in-network provider for full coverage.

*Actual member testimonial; member’s name has been changed to protect their confidentiality.

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