
Overview
Surgery or hospitalization is stressful enough without worrying about medical errors. The good news is you can help prevent medical mistakes by planning ahead and taking an active role in your healthcare.
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Research on hospital deaths from medical mistakes shows a significant number of those deaths are preventable. |
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It’s smart to do a little research before deciding where to go for care. The good news: It’s easy to find information to help you choose. |
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When you visit healthcare providers, a little preparation on your part can make their job easier. |
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Going to the hospital is no vacation – but both require similar planning. Review our suggested pre-hospitalization checklist. |
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It’s important to know as much as you can about the drugs you take take, so you can help prevent medication errors. |
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Humana verifies doctors in our networks meet certain requirements. We also give members tools to improve patient safety. |
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