I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your personal information will be used in this paper I would only like to understand people's general feeling towards this subject.
Health insurance and STD tests
04/10/2011
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The health department does STD exams for free... I thought all health insurance companies did cover STD exams?
04/11/2011
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I don't understand some of the questions. Like: "The majority of sexually active people do NOT get STD tests because of financial problems." etc. Without doing a lot of research, I'd have NO way of knowing the answer to this. This isn't an opinion question. It's either a fact or not.
Originally posted by
NarcissisticLust
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your
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I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your personal information will be used in this paper I would only like to understand people's general feeling towards this subject.
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Also, most insurance companies cover STD testing as part of regular exams.
The problem is, if you "mandate" something, people won't be able to say no to a procedure or test. People have the right to say no to testing. I refused an HIV test during my pregnancies, because I know some tests for HIV can show a false positive during pregnancy.
I've actually never heard of a insurance company who didn't cover testing for STDs.
Is this a problem in your area?
04/11/2011
i thinks it's good they cover testing for STDs.
04/11/2011
i don't think so
04/11/2011
Most health insurance companies cover STD testing and even if they didn't most communities have a centers where you can not only get tested but also get treated for free
04/11/2011
I went to a community clinic once to get tested. Basically, they asked a few questions and then gave me a cup to pee in. The general vibe was "If you don't have any symptoms, you're probably clean. But here's a cup to test for the one you won't feel symptoms for now."
04/12/2011
I have not put much research into this paper yet but was interested to look into how accessible STD exams are for the general public, with or without health insurance, especially with the debate over Planned Parenthood funding- which has become a political agenda opposed to concern for women's health. However I am considering changing my topic to comprehensive sex education in public schools. Sorry for the questions which were posted before finding sources or facts.
04/12/2011
I wouldn't say that a MAJORITY of sexually active people don't get tested because of financial issues, but I think at least a good chunk don't, especially when you're considering college-age kids. To get a full STD test, even at a "free clinic," isn't cheap if you're having blood work done.
04/27/2011
I'm in Canada so thankfully it's "free" for me (though we pay out of our asses for it through taxes etc) but I do understand why sexually active people would not get tested for STDs because of financial problems.
06/14/2011
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Great question.
Originally posted by
NarcissisticLust
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your
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I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your personal information will be used in this paper I would only like to understand people's general feeling towards this subject.
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06/14/2011
Good topic. Financial constraint doesn't have to be an issue though. Yes testing can be expensive, but I'm always surprised at how few people know that most county public health departments do it very cheap. The county I live in runs the whole gamut for $25. I really wish they would put a bit more effort into publicizing this...
06/21/2011
INSURANCE COMPANIES DO NOT COVER HIV AND STD TESTINGS AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE. I would know, since I recently asked about that kind of coverage to my insurance company, Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Local health departments do make STD testings more affordable. Also, HIV testing is usually free. On July 11, 2011, I had my first HIV test at a local health center for free. The procedure took 15 minutes, while the whole appointment took 25 minutes. The nurses were courteous and the physician was very sweet and sincere.
Some people do not know how simple and affordable this service is in their community. Unfortunately, more people do not care that this service is accessible. Some people are too lazy to set up appointments.
By the way, my HIV test came out negative and I did not have to schedule a follow up test since I did not engage in sex in the past 6 months. I know, sad that I have such a long dry spell, but HOORAY for being clean!
Local health departments do make STD testings more affordable. Also, HIV testing is usually free. On July 11, 2011, I had my first HIV test at a local health center for free. The procedure took 15 minutes, while the whole appointment took 25 minutes. The nurses were courteous and the physician was very sweet and sincere.
Some people do not know how simple and affordable this service is in their community. Unfortunately, more people do not care that this service is accessible. Some people are too lazy to set up appointments.
By the way, my HIV test came out negative and I did not have to schedule a follow up test since I did not engage in sex in the past 6 months. I know, sad that I have such a long dry spell, but HOORAY for being clean!
07/16/2011
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This one for me. I wanted to have one done recently, and the price for a full STD test was slightly over $150 per person. That's $300 for my partner and I. That's pretty expensive for college-aged students (that's actually ridiculous for college-aged students).
Originally posted by
Smitty
I wouldn't say that a MAJORITY of sexually active people don't get tested because of financial issues, but I think at least a good chunk don't, especially when you're considering college-age kids. To get a full STD test, even at a
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I wouldn't say that a MAJORITY of sexually active people don't get tested because of financial issues, but I think at least a good chunk don't, especially when you're considering college-age kids. To get a full STD test, even at a "free clinic," isn't cheap if you're having blood work done.
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07/16/2011
The majority of sexually active people do NOT get STD tests because of financial problems
07/21/2011
There should be basic coverage so that STD's can be controlled.
07/21/2011
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i also think that it's embarrassing to go and get an STD test...and that's part of the reason ppl don't go
Originally posted by
NarcissisticLust
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your
...
more
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your personal information will be used in this paper I would only like to understand people's general feeling towards this subject.
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08/06/2011
Letting people KNOW they have/have not got an STD will stop the SPREAD. Hopefully.
It's scary how many people out there haven't been tested, think everything is fine, and don't think twice about where they put their hoohah or pecker!!
It's scary how many people out there haven't been tested, think everything is fine, and don't think twice about where they put their hoohah or pecker!!
11/10/2011
I wholeheartedly believe that the more information people have, the safer the world is. Let everyone know whether or not they have an STD... then watch the statistics change.
11/10/2011
I'm not sure that the majority of sexually active people don't get STD testing, but of those who don't, I think it's most likely because they can't afford to.
11/10/2011
Well I know around here you can go to planned parent hood or family planning and get tested, some people qualify for free and discounted tests.
Insurance covers STD screening when you are pregnant, not sure why they would not any other time.
Insurance covers STD screening when you are pregnant, not sure why they would not any other time.
11/10/2011
In my country, STD testing is covered by health insurance.... but still, there are many people who don't get tested, even in free clinics.
The reason? Well, there is still a lot of stigma surrounding STDs, and many people would rather be ignorant than know for sure that they have a "shameful" and possible life-threatening infection which will force them to modify the way they do things in the bedroom.
Plus, it certainly doesn't help that most doctors are very judgemental, and it's hard to explain to their sanctimonious faces why you may need, for example, a mouth or anal swab on top of the regular ones. >_<
The reason? Well, there is still a lot of stigma surrounding STDs, and many people would rather be ignorant than know for sure that they have a "shameful" and possible life-threatening infection which will force them to modify the way they do things in the bedroom.
Plus, it certainly doesn't help that most doctors are very judgemental, and it's hard to explain to their sanctimonious faces why you may need, for example, a mouth or anal swab on top of the regular ones. >_<
06/27/2012
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should be covered
Originally posted by
NarcissisticLust
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your
...
more
I am in the process of writing a brief persuasive paper about mandating health insurance companies cover STD exams. I value the opinion of the collective Eden Community and would appreciate your feedback. If you choose to respond, none of your personal information will be used in this paper I would only like to understand people's general feeling towards this subject.
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06/27/2012
Gov should cover STD tests
06/27/2012
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