Better Care at Lower Costs
Topic Overview
Good health care doesn't just happen. You have to do your part. Taking an active role in your health care is the best way to make sure you get great care and reduce costs at the same time.
It is likely that you will be faced with one or more of the following health decisions at some time. Use the skills described in the topic Making Wise Health Decisions to help you decide if the services or treatments in question are right for you.
WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise
Last Updated:
May 19, 2006
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Better Care at Lower Costs Topics
- Topic Overview
- Should I See a Doctor About a Health Problem?
- Should I Have a Test (such as a Blood Test, X-ray, CT Scan, or MRI) to Diagnose My Health Problem?
- Should I Take Medication to Treat My Health Problem?
- Should I Have Surgery to Treat My Health Problem?
- Do I Need to Go to the Emergency Room?



