06.11.24 Technology Vs Privacy / How To Deal With Hospital Bills

Various devices we use in our lives from alarm systems to fitness trackers - collect personal data. Clark discusses how to balance protecting your privacy with utilizing modern technology. Also today, huge bills that arrive after a hospitalization are often far from accurate. Clark shares strategies for dealing with these, and potentially lowering the costs. Technology Vs Privacy: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Medical Bills: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Do you really own the digital items you paid for? When companies share your personal information without your permission Why Walmart bought TV-maker Vizio for $2.3 billion - Axios F.S.A. vs. H.S.A.: What to Know About the Accounts That Pay Medical Costs Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? Are you confronting a big medical bill? Attack it with a plan — and these tips How to Deal With Medical Debt - Clark.com Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? Unlimited Plans Comparison: T-Mobile vs. AT&T vs. Verizon Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely My Cable Company Is Raising Prices Unless I Enroll in Auto-Pay. Is It Safe? Airlines you can book using Avios: How to maximize your points Point.me /// Going™ | Formerly Scott's Cheap Flights How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices