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A BIG step in the right direction!! Drug companies now mandated, effective in 60 days, to state the price of a drug in their t.v. advertisements. Consumers deserve to know what the pharmaceutical companies are charging for their products. Huge win for transparency in Health Care costs! https://www.modernhealthcare.com//drug-prices-must-be-tv-a

Sadly, another case of - follow the money. This article provides an unfortunate example of just how much control the Insurance Companies have and how your tightly your physicians' hands are tied, all at the expense of their Patients. Physicians are no longer allowed to use their medical training and experience to manage your care. It's the Insurance companies that ultimately drive the decisions about medications prescribed by your physician and are reaping the financial rewards at our expense as patients. Our healthcare system is a broken, there is not easy fix. As this article explains, the Insurance company bottom line is driving the decisions for our health and wellbeing. https://www.modernhealthcare.com//commentary-behind-scenes

Did you know hospitals are fined for having too many readmissions? CMS, Centers For Medicare, fine hospitals up to 3% of Medicare reimbursement for having a high number of safety-related issues and readmissions within 30 days of discharge. These fines incentivize facilities reduce the numbers of premature hospital discharges and hospital-acquired infections. https://khn.org/news/hospital-penalties/?penalty=hac

This article shares important information about how OTC medications can mimic Dementia like symptoms with Seniors. Education is key. The more we know the more empowered we are to make good decisions. https://www.msn.com//common-medications-can-ma/ar-AAEwNVB #PersonalSeniorAdvocates... #KeepingOurElderlyParentsSafe #AdvocatingForSeniors See more

A BIG step in the right direction!! Drug companies now mandated, effective in 60 days, to state the price of a drug in their t.v. advertisements. Consumers deserve to know what the pharmaceutical companies are charging for their products. Huge win for transparency in Health Care costs! https://www.modernhealthcare.com//drug-prices-must-be-tv-a

It’s Open Enrollment time! October 15th through December 7th is the time of year to review your Medicare Plan. If you need to speak with a Medicare Specialist to see what is the best plan for you, please contact my office. I work with Medicare Specialists that can meet with you at no charge, to review your needs and assist you with the decision making process. ... This info graphic does a great of outlining the difference between a Traditional Medicare and Supplement plan and a Managed Care Plan. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving https://www.medicareadvocacy.org//Fully-Informed-Tradition

Did you know hospitals are fined for having too many readmissions? CMS, Centers For Medicare, fine hospitals up to 3% of Medicare reimbursement for having a high number of safety-related issues and readmissions within 30 days of discharge. These fines incentivize facilities reduce the numbers of premature hospital discharges and hospital-acquired infections. https://khn.org/news/hospital-penalties/?penalty=hac

It’s Open Enrollment time! October 15th through December 7th is the time of year to review your Medicare Plan. If you need to speak with a Medicare Specialist to see what is the best plan for you, please contact my office. I work with Medicare Specialists that can meet with you at no charge, to review your needs and assist you with the decision making process. ... This info graphic does a great of outlining the difference between a Traditional Medicare and Supplement plan and a Managed Care Plan. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving https://www.medicareadvocacy.org//Fully-Informed-Tradition

Did you know you have choices in how you get Medicare hospital, medical, and prescription drug coverage? Medicare plans are not One Size Fits All. There are advantages and disadvantages to all plans. Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7) is your chance to think about what matters most to you, and compare coverage options for 2019. If you or a family needs assistance deciding what plan or combination of plans meets their needs, get with a medicare specialist during Open Enrollment. To make the best choice you need to understand your options. #PersonalSeniorAdvocates #EducatedConsumers

Did you know that ALL medical bills are negotiable? A great deal of medical bills you receive are the result of a billing error. How do you know if a bill is legit and not a mistake made by someone in the billing department? I have helped family members and clients to challenge erroneous bills and most often I find that the provider did not have the correct/complete information. If it can't be resolved easily, I recommend you hire an Advocate that specializes in medical bi...lling. You can find a specialist at AdvoConnection.com Please SHARE this information with family and friends! #PERSONALSENIORADVOCATES #YOURFINANCIALHEALTH #PATIENTADVOCATES See more

Medicare Advantage Plans are implementing this change effective 2019. These required Step Therapies will result in delays of treatment that can hav a ripple effect and prevent you from getting timely treatment for your medical needs. http://www.modernhealthcare.com/artic/20180809//180809903

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This article, from the CDC, highlights prevention measures to reduce the risk of a fall for aging adults. Some simple masseurs that can make all the difference https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsa//adultfalls.html

Fair Health is the first consumer guide to provide transparency in healthcare pricing. This non-profit's dedication to provide needed information is a great first step to allow consumers to make informed choices. https://www.fairhealthconsumer.org/ #EducatedConsumers #PatientAdovcates #HealthCareDecisions

You might not think you or your family member will ever end up in a nursing home. However, most often when an elderly person is hospitalized, they require a short term stay in a rehab facility. When you picture a rehab facility do you picture a physical therapy facility? Most of us do. What most people don't understand is that the "physician ordered rehab" is provided in a nursing home. This article addresses the poor state of nursing homes in CA. If you or a family me...mber are in need of a nursing home stay, have an Advocate help you find the best one covered by your insurance and provide facility oversight visits to ensure the safety and well-being during the stay. #PATIENTSAFETY #PATIENTADVOCACY #SAFESENIORSINFORMEDFAMILIES #PSADVOCATES https://khn.org//weak-oversight-blamed-for-poor-care-at-c/