A post that has been shared over 11,000 times has resurfaced the misleading claim that insurance programs bribed doctors to administer COVID-19 vaccines. A U.S. congressperson previously circulated the claim.
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The persistence of this misinformation and its circulation by high-profile individuals increases its risk. Debunking talking points may emphasize that health insurance companies offer incentive programs to boost patient health outcomes. These companies recognize that vaccinations are an important part of keeping patients healthy by reducing their risk of contracting vaccine-preventable diseases, thereby reducing healthcare costs. Fact Checking Source(s): AP News, USA Today, PolitiFact
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