Insurance Coverage Barriers Matter As Much As Cost

posted September 2020 by Dianne Savastano

Consider these three recent client examples… #1. Mr. Smith. He has significant, chronic medical conditions that require care from a primary care physician and several specialists, one of whom is in a different state than where he lives. He has experienced numerous hospitalizations as a result of his conditions and has a favorite specialized unit… Read on…

What’s Your “Plan B?”

posted July 2020 by Dianne Savastano

As we celebrate our 100th issue of Healthassist News, I find myself incredibly appreciative of all of you, my readers. That’s what I wrote in my “Gratitude Journal” this morning, part of my daily practice to help me reflect on my day, live in the moment, and manage the anxieties and fears that… Read on…

Moving Forward In the Face of COVID-19

posted June 2020 by Dianne Savastano

Over the past two months, I have joined with colleagues from across the country — Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Houston — to create webinars for fellow healthcare advocacy professionals on the impact of COVID-19. One fascinating aspect of working in the healthcare industry during this unprecedented time is the just-in-time learning… Read on…

Making the Most of Virtual Physician Appointments

posted May 2020 by Dianne Savastano

Over the past few months and in many ways, the world has changed significantly. No more so than when it comes to accessing the care and advice of the physicians upon whom we depend. Today, nearly all non-essential appointments are occurring virtually, whether through some type of videoconferencing or via our old friend and standby,… Read on…

Hospitalization During COVID-19

posted April 2020 by Dianne Savastano

Planning for hospitalization is something we do continuously, especially with our most vulnerable clients — those that are older, living without family members close by, or living with multiple, chronic conditions and/or alone. But COVID-19 has exacerbated an already difficult situation: First, because those who are ill must now enter the hospital alone, without a… Read on…

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