Receiving care from network providers really does save money for you and the Company.

Most employees are unaware of the true costs of hospital services. Here are some interesting facts:

For an appendectomy, including 2 days in the hospital, surgery and other charges, the average bill comes to $6,248 when care is received by a network hospital and physician. If you are covered by the United HealthCare PPO Plan, you would pay the annual $250 deductible and 20% co-insurance of $1,199.60, for a total of $1,449.60. Ryder would pay the balance - $4,798.40.

For the same services, received by a non-network hospital and physician, the average bill comes to $13,036.00. You would pay the annual $500 non-network deductible and 40% co-insurance to the annual out-of-pocket maximum of $5,000, in addition to any expense that exceeds the reasonable and customary charge for the same service in your area. Ryder would pay the balance - $8,037.