"Navigating the Healthcare Maze"
A healthcare surrogate is someone who is legally responsible for making healthcare decisions for another person when they cannot make decisions for themselves. Healthcare surrogates, also called healthcare proxies, can be either legally designated or entitled to be a healthcare surrogate because of their relationship to the patient. Most people wanting to learn more about healthcare surrogates … Read more
Have you heard the term ‘FACETS’ in a healthcare setting and wondered what it is? FACETS is a core administration solution for health plans, developed by TriZetto®. It automates common healthcare administrative tasks, including claims processing, billing, care management, and network management workflow. FACETS was born out of the necessity for a solution that allowed … Read more
UnitedHealthcare offers vision insurance that helps you cover and plan for vision care expenses. While considering UnitedHealthcare (UHC) vision insurance, you’ll want to know who will accept their insurance. To find out who accepts UnitedHealthcare vision in your area, use the Provider Search from UHC Vision. Once you’ve entered your zip code (or city) in … Read more
When registering for health coverage on Healthcare.gov, the Marketplace may ask you to upload some documents for verification purposes. These verification documents may include: estimate of yearly income, citizenship, immigration status, adoption and other issues. You’ll notice that the portal includes a list of acceptable documents to fulfill their requirements. You’ll need to gather these … Read more
There are different types of care providers in healthcare that each have a distinct role to play. One vital type of care provider is a PCA. The acronym PCA can stand for “personal care assistant”, “patient care assistant”, or “personal care aide” in the healthcare field. PCAs may also be called healthcare assistants (HCAs), unlicensed assistive … Read more
Advancing your career from a staff position to one in administration can be challenging, especially for those of you that have little to no experience. For instance, in healthcare administration, it may come as no surprise that most employers are searching for specific skills and experience that you may feel you lack. We are here … Read more
Consumerism, at is basic level, means to protect and promote the interest of the consumer. Health care has consumerism just like any other industry. And it impacts the way health care is looked at and the way it is delivered. This article explains what health care consumerism is and how it might improve the way you receive … Read more
Technology is a part of every facet of our lives today. This includes our health care. Doctors, nurses and other medical professionals have used technology for many years to help with everything from monitoring conditions in the hospital and out of it to making surgeries less invasive. In recent years however, technology has made it … Read more
Health care is complicated. When you or a loved one faces ongoing treatment and/or a complex medical problem, the whole system can feel overwhelming. Multiple doctors and other medical professionals are usually involved in insurance companies. These situations often leave people confused and unsure of who to turn to for help with questions and advice … Read more
EKGs are important tests used to evaluate your heart health. While EKGs are an essential part of cardiac care, people often wonder how the cost of an EKG is determined and what they should expect to pay for one. What Are EKGs Used For? An EKG, short for electrocardiogram, is a quick medical test that can … Read more