[Winona Online Democracy] I agree with Paul...a shocked silence ensues...kudos to Winona Health for participating in this effort. But I believe its impact vis a vis cost containment is negligible.
There was a terrific story in USA Today last week about the futility of shopping around for health care...there are too many variables...including costs per procedure. They are different depending on who you are. They also gave the example of a woman who comparison shopped her pregnancy for months...came up with a deal...then ended up getting a c-section...there goes that deal...and she admits she lost interest in cost as the whole experience became more immediate (I suspect) and she liked and trusted one place better than the others. There is the intangible. This is my daughter...or my husband...or me that we are talking about...I want the best...not the cheapest. I know it was significantly more expensive, but I'm still glad I went to Rochester when I needed neurosurgery last year than going to La Crosse. Mayo is a brand I trust...I only have one (now pain free) spine...I went to them. Maybe that's dumb...but that's the way I am. The only real way for 21st century health care to compete in today's market is through quality, I think, not price. I am talking about competing for folks with means (including, of course, insurance...the ultimate deep pocket in health care). I understand it is a different kettle of fish for our neighbors with inadequate coverage. I understand the Winona county uninsured numbers are significantly higher than statewide numbers. Does anyone know if that is true? Bob Sebo Winona _______________________________________________ This message was posted to Winona Online Democracy All messages must be signed by the senders actual name. No commercial solicitations are allowed on this list. To manage your subscription or view the message archives, please visit http://mapnp.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/winona Any problems or suggestions can be directed to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] If you want help on how to contact elected officials, go to the Contact page at http://www.winonaonlinedemocracy.org
