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	Ethics 101

jt3600

8-2-2008 4:25 AM

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jt3600 says:

And they say doctor's are smart ! This is the easiest "SAT" question ever "LOOK TO GOD" the truth is always the best way it may hurt but hurt heels all around .Then double check with the "HMO" agent for the fine print !

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8-2-2008 8:33 AM

debbyski

Yes, those HMO agents are surely angels in disguise!

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