Overwhelmed by a Health Care Problem?
You Need An Independent Patient Advocate
• Hospital Responsiveness
• Insurance & Billing Issues
• Doctor-Patient Communication
• Insurance & Billing Issues
• Doctor-Patient Communication
• Bedside Support & Companionship
• Patient Safety Concerns
• Treatment & Discharge Options
• Patient Safety Concerns
• Treatment & Discharge Options
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Advocates With Medical Backgrounds, Nursing Experience and Clinical Skills
These caring professionals help with:
• Understanding a new diagnosis or complicated medical condition
• Providing coordination and oversight for patients and families
• Taking charge and managing a medical crisis or change in health
• Communicating with medical staff, getting answers to questions
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Advocates With Social Work, Care Management and Health Care Administration Experience
These caring professionals help with:
• Preparing for discharge, finding long term care & rehabilitation facilities
• Selecting physicians and treatment options that make sense for patients
• Coordinating patient transfers with hospital staff and social workers
• Researching second opinions, qualifying for clinical trials, medical travel
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Advocates Who Understand Medicare, Medicaid, and Hospital Billing Practices
These caring professionals help with:
• Identifying and maximizing health insurance coverage and benefits
• Getting approval for a procedure, therapy, or prescribed medication
• Challenging and reducing excessive charges or inflated medical bills
• Figuring out the type of insurance to get and the best time to sign up
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These Advocates are Dedicated to Helping Patients Maintain Emotional and Physical Well-Being
These caring professionals help with:
• Exploring alternative treatments including holistic and integrative options
• Connecting patients and families with support groups and counseling services
• Maintaining strength through rehabilitation, education,exercise, and diet
• Coping with grief and managing personal relationships after a medical event
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Non-Medical Advocates Who Assist Patients And The Elderly With Daily Living And Social Engagement
These caring professionals help with:
• Enhancing quality of life for patients and easing the load for family caregivers
• Running errands, preparing meals, scheduling & attending doctor appointments
• Organizing household affairs, monitoring prescriptions, ensuring proper hygiene
• Identifying relevant cultural, physical, social, and educational opportunities
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Caring Professionals Ready to Help
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