1. Determining patient out of pocket cost

Visit the NH Health Cost website (https://nhhealthcost.nh.gov/). If the link is not working-google search NH Health Cost and you will find it. Use the website to generate the estimated out of pocket cost for a patient with an individual policy from Anthem - NH having a mammogram at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. What is the statewide estimate of total cost? Start with these steps to complete the assignment:

1. Go to http://www.nhhealthcost.nh.gov. 2. Select Compare Costs 3. Select Medical Procedures Portsmouth Regional Hospital cost estimate = Statewide estimate of Total Cost =

2. Selecting a provider based on comparative data In this assignment we will explore cost differences for a patient with an individual policy from AnthemNH. Use the NH Health Cost website to compare the cost for an emergency visit of low complexity across

Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Mary Hitchcock Hospital, and Exeter Hospital. (Hint: click the checkboxes next to each hospital and click the Compare button). Examine the four care dimensions provided: Patient Centered Care, Timely Care, Effective Care, and Safe Care. Which provider would you select for your care and why?