Event Brief
Fewer Patients Choosing Specialist Care as Costs Spiral
Filed: Feb 04, 2026 at 10:02 PM ET
Summary: A survey reveals over half of patients faced unexpected costs with specialists.
WHO: Patients
WHAT: Survey on unexpected costs in specialist care
WHEN: Feb 04, 2026 at 9:27 PM ET
WHERE: United States
WHY: Rising costs deter patients from seeking specialist care
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