Vimo (http://www.vimo.com/hospital/cost.php ) provides resources that allow you to take charge of your healthcare spending. It compares pricing information for every procedure by the hospital. Since most pricing information is not shared openly by the hospital with patients, this is a novel idea in healthcare. As we begin to assume more of a burden for increased deductibles and hospital and doctor fees, cost will become an even more important component of quality.



Ruthann Russo, PhD, JD, MPH, RHIT, is a healthcare expert with more than 20 years of experience working in and advising healthcare organizations.




