How can we have a competitive marketplace? I’m not a doctor (and therefore cannot informed evaluate the services) and even if I was I can’t search for my preferred cardiologist when I’m having a heart attack.
> can’t search for my preferred cardiologist when I’m having a heart attack.
You can't search for your preferred mechanics when your breaks failed on a highway.
Yet somehow that didn't kill the competitive marketplace.
Meanwhile, this is the only heart I have, and if it’s in danger of stopping, I have approximately seconds to call 911 to get someone to come take me to the repair shop of their choosing.
Arguing against any attempt at competitive healthcare pricing because medical emergencies exist is a bit throwing the baby out with the bath water.