3 myths about H.R. 3976 and charitable patient assistance
The Chronic Disease Coalition traveled to Washington, D.C., to talk to a handful of elected... Continue reading »
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Three reasons why doctors should treat the patient, not the disease
12.19.17 Dr. Robert West is a self-described “personalized medicine evangelist.” Currently an associate professor emeritus... Continue reading »
Type One Nation publishes guide to help chronic patients navigate the insurance market
12.14.17 Dealing with insurance companies can feel like an uphill battle. Reading through letters, deciphering... Continue reading »
Patient Advocate Spotlight: Terry Roberts
Living in rural Kansas, Terry Roberts works full-time, battles his kidney disease and still manages... Continue reading »
Florida Senate Bill 98 would begin to rein in harmful ‘step therapy’ and prior authorization insurance practices
12.07.17 A bill advancing in Florida would make it easier for patients to get the... Continue reading »
5 tips for enjoying the holidays with a chronic disease
The holiday season is a time for fun, laughter and connecting with close friends and... Continue reading »
Centene’s emergency room payment policy harms patients
Centene Corporation, a health care company acting as an intermediary between government-sponsored and private health... Continue reading »
Patient Advocate Spotlight: Tomisa Starr
Few people are likely to know as much about scleroderma as native Californian Tomisa Starr.... Continue reading »
Chronic warrior Matt Iseman, RA and the importance of community
The enthusiastic host of NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior," Matt Iseman, has rheumatoid arthritis (RA) –... Continue reading »