All hospitals are not the same.

You may not have a choice about what hospital to enter because of your insurance or because you want to use a particular doctor who in turn decides what hospital to use.

When you do have a choice about hospitals, the key is to choose the one that is best for your current needs rather than just because a hospital is close to your home or looks nice or modern.

Consider the following steps, each of which are discussed in detail in the other sections of this document:

Step 1. Determine your needs.

Step 2. Decide what type of hospital is best for you.

Step 3. Identify the hospitals that provide the services you need.

Step 4. Consider the hospital's expertise with particular procedures you may need.

Step 5. Look at the differences in quality among the hospitals you're considering.

Step 6. If there are accreditations for hospitals specializing in your condition, is the hospital accredited?

Step 7. Does the hospital fit your financial/insurance situation?

Step 8. Does the hospital meet your practical needs?

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