What questions should I ask during the pre-admission process?

What questions should I ask during the pre-admission process?

Arthur Shorr (Former COO and SVP of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) gives expert video advice on: How will a hospital know that I need to come in for a medical procedure?; Can I request a private room for my hospital stay?; What should I bring with me for my hospital stay? and more...

During the pre-admission process, you should be able to get answers to most all of your non-medical questions, such as visiting hours, use of a cell phone, hours for incoming phone calls, and cost and availability of television services in your hospital room. Keep in mind that you are going to be meeting with a clerical individual who is not going to be able to answer any of your questions about medical care or the procedures you're going to have when hospitalized.