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Consumerism is Finally Trending in Health Care

by Karen Curtiss | Aug 2, 2022 | Health Care Costs, Hospital Safety, Medical, Patient Safety

Thank you, Ralph Nader, for making us savvy consumers!  He taught us to “shop around” for the things we buy and how to make decisions on value. Since “consumerism” caught on, we know what quality means and how products stack up.  From ovens to...

Shock and Awe: Your Hospital Bill!

by Karen Curtiss | Jul 23, 2020 | Health Care Costs

Most hospital costs are out of our control, but where you do have control is making sure your prescriptions and medical providers are covered by your insurance policy.

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