If you’ve ever felt like the healthcare system treats your chronic illness like a puzzle it’s tired of solving — you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. That’s where My Spoonie Sisters comes in. Part… Read More »Meet My Spoonie Sisters: The Podcast & Community Lifting Up Those Living with Chronic Illness
Let me guess—at some point, you’ve asked a totally reasonable question in a medical setting and walked away feeling like a burden. Maybe it was:➡️ “Can I get a breakdown of this bill?”➡️ “Is that procedure covered by my insurance?”➡️… Read More »You’ve Been Taught to Feel Guilty for Asking Questions. Let’s Undo That.
Let’s be real—life is chaotic, symptoms are sneaky, and memory? Not always reliable. That headache you had three days ago? Was it sharp or dull? Was it triggered by stress… or maybe the takeout you ordered? This is where a health… Read More »Track It to Tackle It: The Underrated Power of a Health Log
Let’s get one thing straight:Medical bills aren’t confusing by accident.They are strategically complicated—because confusion keeps you quiet. If you’re overwhelmed, you’re more likely to: And that is exactly what this system wants. The jargon? The fine print? The “explanation of benefits” that… Read More »Why Medical Bills are Designed to Confuse You (and How to Break the Spell)
Endometriosis is a painful and chronic full-body inflammatory disease that affects 1 in 10 people with uteruses, yet many patients struggle for years—sometimes decades—before receiving an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. For too long, healthcare policies and insurance companies have failed to provide adequate coverage for… Read More »Endo Excision for All: Fighting for Access to Effective Endometriosis Treatment
Navigating the healthcare system in the U.S. feels like a full-time job—except no one trained you for it. The confusing insurance policies, surprise medical bills, and doctors who dismiss real symptoms make it almost impossible to get the care you deserve. For… Read More »Why I Created The Audacious Patient—And Why It Matters for You
Navigating the healthcare system can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. Doctors rush through appointments, insurance claims get denied, and medical bills are full of mystery charges. If you don’t know how to advocate for yourself, you’re… Read More »Why Investing in Patient Advocacy Knowledge Pays Off Forever
When it comes to health insurance, copays and coinsurance are two terms that confuse a lot of people. They both involve out-of-pocket costs, but they work very differently—and understanding the difference could save you hundreds or even thousands on medical bills. Let’s clear up some… Read More »7 Myths and Facts About Copays and Coinsurance
Be honest—when was the last time you thought about your health insurance… before you actually needed it? For most people, the answer is never. And I get it. Healthcare is overwhelming, confusing, and frankly, boring—until suddenly, it’s the most important thing in the… Read More »Why You Should Learn Healthcare & Insurance Rules BEFORE an Emergency Hits
Navigating the healthcare system feels a little like playing a game where no one explained the rules—and somehow, you’re expected to win while blindfolded. Between confusing insurance policies, medical bills that make zero sense, and doctors who seem to be in a… Read More »The Biggest Healthcare Mistake That’s Costing You Money (And How to Fix It)