The Cost of Cutting: A Surgeon Reveals the Truth Behind a Multibillion-Dollar Industry
| AUTHOR | Ruggieri, Paul A. |
| PUBLISHER | Berkley Books (09/02/2014) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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Why is surgery so expensive? Surgeon Paul A. Ruggieri reveals little-known truths about his profession--and the hidden flaws of our healthcare system--in this compelling and troubling account of real patients, real doctors, and how money influences medical decisions behind the scenes. Even many well-informed patients have no idea what may be contributing to the cost of their surgery. With up-to-date research and stories from his practice, Ruggieri shows how business arrangements among hospitals, insurance companies, and surgeons affect who gets treatment--and whether they get the right treatment. Pulling back the curtain from the hospital bed, he explains how to safeguard one's own health (and finances), and how America can make surgery more affordable for all without sacrificing quality care.
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ISBN-13:
9780425272312
ISBN-10:
0425272311
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
320
Carton Quantity:
22
Product Dimensions:
5.40 x 0.90 x 8.20 inches
Weight:
0.60 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Price on Product - Canadian,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents
Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
Medical | Surgery - General
Grade Level:
College Freshman
and up
Library of Congress Control Number:
2014016262
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Why is surgery so expensive? Surgeon Paul A. Ruggieri reveals little-known truths about his profession--and the hidden flaws of our healthcare system--in this compelling and troubling account of real patients, real doctors, and how money influences medical decisions behind the scenes. Even many well-informed patients have no idea what may be contributing to the cost of their surgery. With up-to-date research and stories from his practice, Ruggieri shows how business arrangements among hospitals, insurance companies, and surgeons affect who gets treatment--and whether they get the right treatment. Pulling back the curtain from the hospital bed, he explains how to safeguard one's own health (and finances), and how America can make surgery more affordable for all without sacrificing quality care.
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