Understanding Medical Necessity
Understanding Medical Necessity Medicare’s underlying logic is medical necessity. This logic was implemented in 1965 to prevent abuse of […]
Caregiver Knowledge
Medicare and Medical Records
As caregivers, we are often overwhelmed by our loved one’s health information. Different medical providers will ask about lab tests
What do those prescription abbreviations mean?
The dispensing of healing medicines has a long history. Originally the compounding of healing herbs and other plants was done
Medicare and Second Opinions vs Consultations
As a caregiver, we may notice subtle changes in our loved one’s health or behaviors that affect their quality of
FIVE WAYS TO MAKE SURE YOU ALWAYS HAVE YOUR MEDICAL INFORMATION WITH YOU
1. WALLET CARDS Emergency Medical ID Card – Fill out and update the form online for this one. The information
Advantage Plans with Vision and Dental Coverage
As caregivers, we may become responsible for our loved one’s health coverage, claims and correct reimbursement. Advantage plans have become
Disability MEDICARE and COBRA
As caregivers, we need to investigate whether other benefits are available if our loved one is legally disabled. I have
Medicare, Authorizations and PHI (privileged health information)
One of the most frustrating elements a caregiver deals with is all the health privacy requirements. We frequently are unable
Post Hospital Care
We may find ourselves, as caregivers, needing to find an out-of-home placement for our loved one following a hospital stay.