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Trumix.com listings available of Happy Times in Healthcare Podcasts Build your own playlists with this podcast. KDKA Interview Part 3 http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss how to take control of your healthcare in 7 steps. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website KDKA Interview Part 2 http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss the dealing with insurance companies, what to do when a claim is denied, the benefits of high deductibles, plus how medical records impact your healthcare and why you should have a copy. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website KDKA Interview Part 1 http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo joins John Steigerwald on KDKA News Radio 1020 to discuss the state of the US Healthcare system. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website The Healthcare Paradox http://www.RuthannRusso.com - Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses the healthcare paradox in the United States and also the individual consumer healthcare paradox. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 10 things you should know about your medical record Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses 10 things you should know about your medical record as a critical part of your healthcare and planning. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Audio Press Release: Spa Gift Certificate Awarded in Ongoing Contest Happy Times in Healthcare (www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) has awarded a $100 spa gift certificate as part of its ongoing contest. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Ed on Selecting a Primary Care Practitioner In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Ed who discusses how he mapped out a strategy to research, interview and select a new doctor to serve as his primary care practitioner.For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website A Health Advocate Helps With Billing Dr Russo is joined by Natasha and Dave who discuss how they were able to work with their insurance company to avoid a potentially disastrous personal financial situation after receiving the diagnosis of a rare heart defect for their unborn child. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Take Control of Your Specialists Dr Russo  is joined by Jay and Christine who share their story of coordinating multiple specialists after Jay was hospitalized with a diabetic foot ulcer and how as a patient they learned the important lesson that they need to take a greater role in managing your own health and providing a continuity of care between specialists. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Jay and Christine on Selecting a Specialist In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr Russo is joined by Jay and Christine who discuss the successes and challenges they have faced with the healthcare system. As a long time sufferer from Type I diabetes Jay shares his story of finding a specialist when faced with diabetic retinothopy. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt, Vera In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr Russo is joined by Vera who shares her story of when she first learned of her breast cancer diagnosis and discusses the frustrations Vera has with the healthcare system for not detecting her cancer earlier and how the system can be improved. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Health Talk Interview with Dr. Ronald Hoffman (Part 2) Dr Ronald Hoffman of Health Talk and Ruthann Russo author of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare discuss medical records and some of the issues a consumer should be aware of with the shift by many hospitals from paper based to electronic medical records. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Health Talk Interview with Dr. Ronald Hoffman (Part 1) Dr Ronald Hoffman of Health Talk and Ruthann Russo author of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare discuss actions a healthcare consumer to get better and also how to discuss alternative treatments with a physician. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt, Vera & MaryAnn In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by sisters Vera and MaryAnn who discuss how the concept of a Medical Mentor helped Vera overcome her battle with breast cancer. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Audio Press Release: 6 Days at Disney from Happy Times in Healthcare! Bethlehem, PA (Press Release) January 21, 2008— Happy Times in Healthcare (http://www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) in association with 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare, announced today the 6 Days at Disney contest to celebrate the launch of its newly re-designed website. Contestants can register online at happytimesinhealthcare.com to be eligible for a Grand Prize drawing of a 6-day trip to Walt Disney World for 4 including airfare, lodging and park passes. Other pr ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt 2, Dr Diener In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Dr. Ian Diener to discuss medical records and how they have evolved into a crucial aspect of your personal health planning. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stories Behind the Steps Excerpt - Dr Diener Part 1 In an excerpt from her upcoming release of The Stories Behind the Steps, Dr. Russo is joined by Dr. Ian Diener to discuss some of the issues to keep in mind while selecting a new primary care physician. For a free sample chapter of 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare or to purchase a copy of the book please visit http://www.7stepshealth.com. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Take Charge of Your Life Interview - Part 2 of 2 Eleanor Bobrow of the highly acclaimed public radio show Take Back Your Life talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about how to navigate the healthcare system when a loved one is ill. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com for more information on Take Back Your Life please visit www.wdiy.org Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Obtaining Your Medical Record Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss how to get a copy of your medical record and why it is important for your overall health planning, they also share a recent experience that highlights some of the differences that you may encounter between various doctor offices. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Take Charge of Your Life Interview - Part 1 of 2 Eleanor Bobrow of the highly acclaimed public radio show Take Back Your Life talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about how to navigate the healthcare system when a loved one is ill. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com for more information on Take Back Your Life please visit www.wdiy.org Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website The Pharmaceutical Industry and Prescription Drugs Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss the pharmaceutical industry and prescription drugs and some things you should be aware of when talking with your doctor. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Patient-Physician Communication Knowing the limited time you have with your physician, being clear on what you want to address and how you want make a decision is key in ensuring you have the best possible encounter with your physician. Dr Russo provides 10 steps you can take to improve communication with your physician. For a free sample chapter of Dr. Russo's new book please visit http://www.7StepsHealth.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website WOWO 1190 AM Interview WOWO 1190 AM’s Charly Butcher talks with Dr. Ruthann Russo about her new book 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare on Ft. Wayne's Morning News. For more information please visit http://www.RuthannRusso.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Pain in the Pocketbook Dr Russo and attorney Joseph Russo discuss this week's cover story for BusinessWeek Magazine, Fresh Pain for the Uninsured. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Informed Consent Dr Russo discusses the theory of informed consent in the healthcare setting, why it is important to your overall healthcare and shares an informed consent from a recent physician visit. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Who Monitors Your Rights in the Hospital? Although most of your interactions in the hospital are with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians, the hospital's management team, led by the CEO, works to uphold your rights. If you ever feel your patient rights have been violated in a hospital, you shouldn't hesitate to bring this complaint to the attention of a hospital manager. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Your Rights as a Patient While American healthcare is a right only for certain classes of individuals, once you become a patient, regardless of your ability to pay, you do have some guaranteed rights. And, yes, your rights come along with additional responsibilities as well. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Is Healthcare a Right or a Privilege? We all inherently believe that healthcare is or should be a right. However in the US, the answer to the question, is healthcare a right or a privilege is not so straightforward. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website FAQ's About the Release of Your Medical Record Information Dr Russo answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding dealing with the release of medical record information. Such who is authorized to sign for medical record? How much does it cost to get a copy of my medical record? How long does the doctor keep copies of my records? Can my medical record be released without my authorization? For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Obtaining Your Health Information An overview of how to obtain copies of your medical records from your hospital's health information department or your doctor's office manager. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Ownership Rights of Your Medical Records Dr Russo discusses ownership rights in your medical records and that patients do own their health information, but it is a generally accepted understanding in the healthcare industry that the healthcare provider who collected the information owns the medium on which it is stored. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website What to do if Your Medical Record is Illegible or Incorrect If you are interested in learning what to do if your medical record is illegible or incorrect, you have come to the right place. Legibility of physician handwriting is an issue in every hospital. Nearly every medical record I have ever reviewed—more than 100,000 in my lifetime—has had at least one illegible note. Some have been completely illegible. Many of the accrediting and government agencies have created sanctions or fines for hospitals with illegible medical records. In the meanti ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Privacy rights in your health information A basic overview of your privacy rights under HIPAA for your medical records and health information. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website How your medical records are used How your medical records are used by insurance companies medical record to verify that their payment was justified and researchers use medical records to research conditions. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Your medical record: Evidence that care was provided to you Dr Russo discusses how your medical record can be used as legal evidence. Your medical record is a legal document. It is kept in the normal course of business and is a business record and, therefore, can be used as evidence in any legal inquiry. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Your medical record: A communication tool for your healthcare professionals If you are admitted to the hospital or if you have more than one physician caring for you, ever wonder how they all communicate about you? They use your medical record….each one in potentially a different manner….let’s take a look at some of the different doctors and clinicians who document in your record and read your record to make sure they know as much as possible about you and your conditions. For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthca ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website A collaborative web-based approach for the future Wouldn't it be great if all of your healthcare providers had access to all of your health information at all times? Wouldn't you like to know how your health information benefits others? For a complimentary eBook from Dr. Russo please visit http://www.HappyTimesInHealthcare.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Tests, Diagnosis and Treatment In this episode Dr. Russo discusses how your doctor arrives at a diagnosis after you have described your symptoms and he has examined you and how that translates into a treatment plan. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website What you should know about your medical story In this episode I discuss your medical record and how it defines your personal medical story. How is your medical record created, what role do you play in creating your medical record and how a doctor uses a medical record to get to know you. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website What if I can’t get insurance? 10 resources to tap In this episode I talk with you about 10 resources you can tap for free health care, some if you are uninsured and some even if you are insured. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website What does the healthcare provider charge for their service? Dr Russo discusses how hospital prices are set for insurance companies, government agencies, and uninsured individuals, and suggest how individuals can negotiate a lower medical bill. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Making sure your health plan pays the bill This episodes talks about making sure your health plan pays the bill. I will address 3 strategies you can take in each of the following areas to make sure your bills are paid. First, what happens between you and your health plan Second, what happens between you and your provider and third, what happens between your health plan and your provider. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Your Health Plan Dr. Russo discusses health insurance plans, what do different plan types mean, how do you determine what plan type will work best for you, and what happens if you have a pre-existing condition? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Your Medical Mentor Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses your medical mentor. What is a medical mentor, Do you need one and, How do you find one? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Selecting Your Primary Care Physician Why do I need a primary care physician and How do I find the best primary care physician for me? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Audio Press Release: Happy Times in Healthcare Announces 1st Monthly Contest Winner Happy Times in Healthcare (www.happytimesinhealthcare.com) has awarded a $100 spa gift certificate as part of it's ongoing contest. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website