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Want to ruin the vibe at any party with a lot of physical therapists and PTAs in attendance? Launch into a loud conversation about health insurance — specifically, about payers. Any topic will do: prior authorization, code denials, capitation, whatever. You're guaranteed to be the buzzkill no amount of Lizzo and seven-layer dip can cure.

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