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Paying for Long-Term Care, Home Healthcare, and Hospice Care

medical assistance program for people and families with low incomes. It covers some long-term care ... services for people who qualify. Medicaid coverage and eligibility varies from state to state. But all ... home health care;home health care services;home health services;payment home health care;payment hospice care;long-term care;p00612

Where to Turn for Mental Health

sliding-fee scale, based on your income. Crisis centers. On-site mental health professionals give ... . Community mental health centers. These organizations give counseling and other services on a

Questions to Ask Before Surgery

It's important to communicate your feelings, questions, and concerns with your healthcare ... healthcare provider It's important to communicate your feelings, questions, and concerns with your ... P01409;surgery questions;surgeon;patient physician communication;surgery cost;second opinion

Fixing a Bad Credit Rating

assigned to you by financial institutions based on your history of paying your bills and loans on time ... and the information can vary among the agencies, so ideally you want to see them all. The agencies

Choosing a Rehabilitation Unit/CARF

* Choosing a Rehab Center ... facilities, and community health centers. Read on to learn about what to look for when choosing a ... agencies Hospitals Inpatient rehab centers Outpatient rehab centers Community health

How to Be a Well-Informed Healthcare User

who to call to find out about benefits, ask billing questions, solve a dispute, and get a referral ... needed to make a diagnosis. This includes your medical records, family medical history, and a list of ... medical consumer;savvy medical consumer;know health plan;health plan;know your doctor;health care system;medical consumer tips

Where to Get Medical Care

are some treatment facility options: Urgent-care centers Urgent-care centers provide medical care ... less. Many offer convenient on-site lab testing and X-rays. Some also fill prescriptions. You won't ... urgent-care centers;offsite treatment facilities;offsite health care options;retail store sites ... advantages;retail store sites disadvantages;Ambulatory surgery centers advantages;ambulatory surgery

Quality Oversight Committee for The StayWell Company, LLC and Krames LLC

medical review two (2) months prior to the expiration of the last review date and the medical review ... process - two medical reviews, one editorial review, a QA process (a clinician review), and translation

Understanding Long-Term Care for Older Adults

different payment sources, including their own income and savings, life insurance, long-term care ... restrictions. Medicaid is a joint federal and state medical assistance program for people and families with

Health Newcomer: The Patient Advocate

illness or medical bills or insurance claims, what do you do? Until now, your choice has been to ask a ... answers, education, support, and care to patients. Differing credentials Some advocates have medical

Divorce in Later Years

legal professionals and others, you can find the healing and security to begin your new journey. ... Getting a divorce is almost always painful and stressful, no matter how old or young you are

Finding Your Cancer Care Home: Tips for Choosing the Right Center

*Cancer Tx Center Choosing ... all of your needs, big and small. This might seem like an overwhelming process. But with a little ... . Before you make an appointment, call to ask about the medical staff and their areas of expertise. Also ... cancer treatment;cancer treatment center;16204

Mental Health: Finding the Help You Need

four years of specialized study and training in psychiatry after medical school. Psychiatrists can ... provide medical and psychiatric evaluations, treat disorders, provide psychotherapy, and prescribe and

Finding Support for Emotional Issues

. Call your local community mental health center. Once you have found a name, check with your ... state's department of professional licensing. Check that the person is licensed and has no

Cancer Treatment: How to Pay for It

all the details. If you have insurance coverage, call and give them the information about your ... , or other needs. You should also be able to work out a payment plan. Keep track of costs and

Everyday Issues and Your Health

food to eat? Have you run out of food at all in the past year, and didn’t have money to buy more ... not being able to pay all of your bills? Have you had trouble paying for any of these things in

Finding Support When You’re a Single Parent

parents. Faith centers. Churches, temples, and other faith centers in your community may have ... like there are not enough hours to handle it all. Even though you’re doing your best, you may find

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing

FEES ... so food and fluids don't go into your trachea and lungs. A FEES test can help assess if you are ... your provider to see parts of your larynx, oropharynx, and trachea on a video screen. The FEES test ... Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing;FEES;335

Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad

Medical Information for U.S. Travelers Abroad ... are offered by the U.S. embassies and consulates. U.S. consular officers can help in finding medical ... "customary and reasonable" hospital costs abroad. But very few will pay for a medical return to the

Asthma on Campus

and pillows with allergy-free covers. Wash bedding and towels weekly with hot water. Clean all ... you stay healthy. And don't do all-nighters. The stress on your body can increase the risk of an ... asthma;asthma action plan;asthma and college;asthma and college dormitory;asthma triggers college;asthma medication and college;dm6


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