How would the management plan change for the Week 3 virtual patient if the patient were uninsured?

 The management plan would significantly change had the patient been uninsured. The patient’s management plan consisted of running multiple diagnostic tests such as the COVID, influenza and streptococcus swabs which are covered by most medical insurances. Medicare, Medicaid and most private health insurances cover these tests. In addition to the diagnostic tests that were done the medications that were prescribed were also part of her management plan. The antibiotic she received which is a crucial part of her treatment regimen is covered by most if not majority of medical insurances. If the patient were uninsured the practitioner would have to take into consideration what the patient is willing to pay for. As a practitioner therenumerous ways that we can help uninsured patients receive the services they need. Forester & Heck (2015), listed multiple different ways that practitioners can do this, some of which includes, confirming that the patient really is uninsured.This for the many individuals who think they’re uninsured- or uninsurable and aren’t. Another key aspect is to talk openly with patients about the cost of your services. This will allow you and the patient to discuss what the cost of the visit will be