Kathleen's medical journey
Kathleen and her husband always prioritized healthcare for their five children, but medical expenses—especially for their 11-year-old son with Type 1 diabetes—were overwhelming. Even with insurance, their out-of-pocket costs for his insulin, CGMs, and routine care added up to thousands of dollars per year. “We were still paying hundreds of dollars a month out of pocket for my son’s diabetes. It was just so expensive, and we had no choice but to pay it.”
When her husband’s employer, Mercedes-Benz, introduced Curaechoice, they were skeptical. They assumed there had to be hidden costs or limitations, but they decided to give it a try. After their first visit to MedCenter South in Tuscaloosa, they expected at least a copay—but were charged nothing. “It sounded too good to be true, but we figured we had to try it. We weren’t charged, and we were shocked. That’s when we realized it was the real deal.”
Beyond the zero-copay diabetes care, Kathleen’s son’s insulin, CGMs, and every other medication he needs are now fully covered. Routine doctor visits for the rest of the family—including checkups, urgent care visits, and antibiotics—are also free through Curaechoice. Instead of worrying about medical bills, they now focus on their son’s health and overall well-being. “We used to stress every time we needed a prescription or a check-up. Now, I don’t even have to think about it. Everything is covered.”
We were paying thousands of dollars a year for my son’s diabetes care. Now, we pay nothing out of pocket.
Coverage and satisfaction
For Kathleen, Curaechoice has eliminated financial stress from healthcare. She urges other families to take full advantage of the program, emphasizing the incredible benefits for those with chronic conditions.
Curaechoice has changed our lives. We no longer have to choose between affording our son’s diabetes care and other essentials.
Kathleen's benefits with Curaechoice
- Significant financial relief
- Zero-cost medical visits, eliminating copays for routine and urgent care
- Zero-cost diabetes care, including insulin, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and medical supplies for her son
