When to Get a Second Opinion
If you’ve been diagnosed with any of the following heart and vascular conditions or treatments, you may want to get a second opinion from The Christ Hospital:
Cardiovascular Care
Second Opinion
Getting a second opinion about your cardiovascular diagnosis from one of our specialists can help put your mind at ease. You’ll learn about your condition and understand the available treatment options.
Reasons to Get a Second Opinion
The following reasons are why you may get a second opinion:
- You’re not feeling confident about your doctor’s decisions.
- Your symptoms are not getting better.
- You're feeling rushed to commit to a medicine or procedure.
- You may have heard of other options, including not needing a medicine or procedure or one which is less expensive than another.
- You’re concerned about your condition or treatment or how it might affect your lifestyle, family, or work.
Addressing Concerns About a Second Opinion
Based on our experience, we realize you may have some concerns about getting a second opinion:
- You’re unsure if insurance will cover a second opinion.
- You're afraid of offending your current physician.
- You’re worried it will be too much of a hassle to leave your current network.
But it’s important to know two things:
- Second-opinion appointments are covered by most insurance plans.
- Also, most physicians will encourage you to get a second opinion if you have any unresolved questions or concerns about your care.
