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fromThe Local France
5 days ago

What is France's 'franchise medicale'?

The franchise médicale requires small out-of-pocket charges for prescriptions, paramedical procedures, and non-emergency transport, capped annually and with specific exemptions.
fromKqed
1 month ago

Where Can I Find the New 2025-26 COVID Vaccine Near Me? And What if I'm Not Eligible? | KQED

CVS told KQED that "Our understanding is that the COVID-19 vaccine is covered by most insurance plans at no cost for eligible patients," but that patients should still "check with their insurer to determine whether the updated COVID-19 vaccine is covered by their individual health plan." Blue Shield and United Healthcare did not respond to KQED's request for confirmation that they will indeed cover the shots for eligible patients before the CDC's recommendation is released.
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