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How to Self-Advocate for Quality Care

. Health policy experts and groups are working hard to make quality healthcare available to all. You can ... sometimes others, even healthcare providers, may not fully hear your concerns. And they may not realize ... healthcare provider communication;active role;quality care;self-advocacy

Septoplasty for Children

? Your child's healthcare provider will send you to an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist. The ENT ... , and other health concerns. The ENT will explain what to expect with your child's surgery. Make sure

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Children

get my child ready for endoscopic sinus surgery? The ENT healthcare provider will examine your ... done to treat long-term (chronic) sinus infections. An ear, nose, and throat specialist (ENT

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing

swallowing exam, your SLP or ENT healthcare provider may want to schedule a FEES test to get more ... do the procedure alone, or with the help of an ENT healthcare provider. Your ENT provider and SLP

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy for Children

child ready for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy? Your child’s healthcare provider or ENT may want ... referred to an ear, nose, and throat surgeon (ENT) to have the tonsils and adenoids removed. This surgery

Otolaryngology

. They are also called ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialists. These healthcare providers may also ... Sleep disorders Healthcare providers who specialize in this are called otolaryngologists

Dizziness (Vertigo) and Balance Problems: Diagnostic Tests

problems of the ear, nose, and throat. This healthcare provider is also called an ENT because of their ... An otolaryngologist specializes in problems of the ear, nose, and throat. This healthcare

When Your Child Has Mastoiditis

(uncommon) How is mastoiditis diagnosed? Your child’s healthcare provider will ask about your child’s ... test such as CT scan or MRI may be done to help the healthcare provider make a diagnosis and view

Paying for Long-Term Care, Home Healthcare, and Hospice Care

health insurance policies cover some home healthcare services for immediate or acute health needs. But ... Home healthcare services may be paid for directly by the patient, through insurance coverage

Ear Tube (Tympanostomy) Procedure

This surgery is done by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) healthcare provider or otolaryngologist ... eventually fall out on its own over time. Follow up with your child's ENT healthcare provider as advised

Sinusitis in Children

. Make sure your child sees their healthcare provider for a diagnosis. Which children are at risk ... diagnosed in a child? The healthcare provider will ask about your child’s symptoms and health history

Traveling with a Chronic Condition

getting a travel insurance policy that covers healthcare and emergency evacuation. Bring a copy ... with your healthcare providers See your healthcare provider at least 4 to 6 weeks before your trip ... chronic condition;healthcare provider;oxygen requirements;supplemental oxygen;locate hospital;emergency services telephone number;DM123;travel

Mouth and Throat Tumors: Your Healthcare Team

. This healthcare provider does mouth and throat surgery. They may be an otolaryngologist (ENT). This ... Your healthcare team will explain your choices. They can answer any questions you have

How to Manage Hearing Loss in Children

A look at the healthcare team members involved in diagnosing a child's hearing loss, and ... language development. A healthcare team approach is normally used when a child is diagnosed with some

What To Do If You Get Sick While Traveling

your insurance policy doesn't cover you abroad, you may want to get a short-term health insurance ... policy that does. There are short-term policies designed to cover travel. For more information

Spasmodic Dysphonia

production and quality. A healthcare provider who specializes in the ear, nose, and throat (called an ENT ... pathologist, ENT, or neurologist to develop the best treatment for your needs. Key points about

Stridor in Children

an ear, nose, and throat specialist (ENT).  If your child has stridor, the healthcare provider ... gain. How is stridor diagnosed in a child? The healthcare provider will ask about your child’s

Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad

need to submit an itemized bill to Medicare for your healthcare provider, inpatient, and ... before going abroad. Carry both your insurance policy identity card as proof of insurance as well

Healthcare Workers: Preventing HIV Infection

prevent the spread of HIV. Healthcare Workers: Preventing HIV Infection HIV is spread from person ... follow standard precautions. Also, review your employer’s policies. Below are general tips based on the ... Healthcare workers preventing HIV infection;preventing hiv infection for healthcare workers

Mastoiditis in Children

is often treated by an ear, nose, and throat healthcare provider (ENT or otorhinolaryngologist ... conditions. Have your child examined by their healthcare provider for a diagnosis. How is mastoiditis


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