A skilled private patient advocate will help you answer these important questions.

• Is the diagnosis you've been given accurate?
• Do you understand your diagnosis?
• Did your doctor take enough time to think about your case?
• Have you been given the most modern and informative tests?
• Does everyone have your most current records and test results?
• Has your doctor directly consulted with the other specialists and practitioners who have seen you?
• Is everyone involved in your case collaborating and communicating with each other?
• Is the treatment your doctor recommends really the best option?
• Are you aware of all feasible treatment alternatives?
• Have you voiced all of your concerns, questions, and preferences to your doctor in person?
• Has your doctor explained "less treatment" options?
• Is your doctor current on the latest in his field?
• How do you find another physician suitable for a second opinion?
• If necessary, how can you challenge your insurance company?
• Do you understand your medications?
• How would you know if mistakes are made?
• What should you ask your doctor the next time you visit?