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The Evolution of a Patient Ambassador – Learning from Stacy Hurt

Health Populi

Consider: fighting health insurance appeals, crafting countless medical necessity letters, justifying being discharged against medical orders, and other battles fought hand-in-hand with her husband on behalf of Emmett and his well-being. Why should this be an imperative?

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Diverse Roles of a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Medical assistants are vital in healthcare, bridging administrative and clinical tasks. The work of medical assistants ensures smooth operations and enhances patient care. Medical assistants are trained to handle a variety of tasks, ensuring they are ready for any situation.

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Mastering Prior Authorization Roles: Responsibilities and Training Demands Explored

ACMA Blog

Engagement in Prior Authorization: Duties and Training INTRODUCTION: The prior authorization (PA) process is critical in providing some patients with their medically necessary products. It ensures that what the patient receives is medically appropriate for their situation.

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The Health Industry’s Progress Toward Equity and Eliminating Disparities: A Look at Healthcare Distributors and Group Purchasing Organizations

Healthcare Leadership Council

At Cardinal Health, the company’s Sonexus Access and Patient Support program develops tailored solutions to help patients get on, and stay on, prescription medication therapies. In fiscal year 2023, these patient assistance programs dispersed more than 1,650 medication shipments a day totaling more than $5.1

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What Stays True for U.S. Health Care Post #Election2024 (1) – Consumers’ Dissatisfaction with Drug Prices

Health Populi

insured consumers’ perspectives on prescription drug pricing and the role of PBMs (pharmacy benefit managers). 9 in 10 insured Americans felt that prescriptions are more expensive in the U.S. Nearly one-half of insured consumers had not filled a prescription due to cost. than anywhere else in the world.