Health insurance can be confusing, and referrals are one of those rules that catch people off guard. Forgot to get one before seeing a specialist? Don’t panic! You’ve got options. Let’s break it down so you can fix the issue… Read More »How to Handle a Missed Referral Without Losing Coverage
Dealing with health insurance can feel like an endless game of ping-pong, with you stuck in the middle. One moment, the insurance company blames the medical group; the next, the medical group is pointing fingers back at insurance. Sound familiar?… Read More »How to Get the Transparency You Deserve From Your Insurance Company
The healthcare system can be tricky, and let’s be honest: sometimes the patient advocates provided by hospitals or insurance companies don’t feel like they’re fully in your corner. If you’re hesitant to trust them or can’t afford to hire an… Read More »How to Access a Patient Advocate for Free or at Low-Cost
So, you’ve found yourself in the delightful position of having your insurance claim denied. Fantastic. Now you’re gearing up to appeal, and you’re thinking, “Hey, maybe I should ask for the credentials of the genius who made this decision.” Smart… Read More »Who Denied Your Claim? Here’s Why Knowing Matters
Picture this: you’re on a road trip, cruising along smoothly, when suddenly you hit a toll booth charging ten times the usual fee. You hadn’t budgeted for it, and now you’re stuck wondering if you can even afford to keep… Read More »Overcoming Rising Prescription Prices: Tips & Resources
Getting a price quote from insurance companies before a procedure can be challenging, but there are some strategies to try: Why Insurance Can’t Always Provide Exact Costs Insurance companies often struggle to give exact estimates due to: If the insurance… Read More »Strategies for Getting an Insurance Quote Before Treatment
Getting a second annual physical covered by insurance after a poor first experience can be tricky, but there are a few steps you can take to advocate for yourself effectively. Here’s how to navigate this situation: 1. Contact Your Insurance Company… Read More »Not Happy with Your Annual Physical? Tips to Get a Second One Covered
Let’s be real: health insurance is supposed to make healthcare more affordable, but sometimes using your insurance can cost you more than paying cash. If you’re like most millennials, you’re trying to make every dollar count, and sometimes that means… Read More »Why Paying Cash for Healthcare Sometimes Beats Using Insurance
Navigating the healthcare system can feel like running an emotional marathon, especially for Millennials who are already navigating a landscape of high costs and societal pressures. We’re constantly told to advocate for ourselves, make the right choices, and keep everything… Read More »Managing the Emotional Toll of Navigating the Healthcare System
Ever find yourself staring at a medical bill thinking, “Wait, what is this, a car payment?” Yeah, same. Enter the No Surprises Act (NSA) of 2022, the hero we didn’t know we needed until healthcare bills decided to moonlight as… Read More »The No Surprises Act: Your Lifeline Against Outrageous Medical Bills