Getting To Know The Pharmacy Manager
I hear people expressing frustration about their experiences with pharmacies quite a bit. Enter the pharmacist. And sometimes, more specifically, the pharmacy manager. I’ve always found that when I get bogged down with issues at a pharmacy, getting to know the pharmacy manager often helps…because generally speaking, pharmacists like to help people.
Financial Assistance For EpiPen and Auvi-Q
Healthcare costs can add up, so it is always useful to know about discounts and savings programs for medications.
When "In-Network" Really Isn't An Option
A dog bite. A broken arm. A person with Type 1 diabetes with a severe stomach bug and high ketones on vacation. Anaphylaxis from an accidental allergen exposure. While these aren’t all necessarily equal in severity, they all could warrant immediate medical attention. Most insurance plans have a clause that says in a true medical emergency you can go to the nearest emergency room (ER), even if it is out-of-network. And that is great for addressing immediate needs. But what do you need to know to ensure you pay the correct bill?
All Insurance Companies Are Not Created Equally
Oh, Cigna! I am so grateful to have you for our health insurance again this year. For many years my job entailed educating physicians about navigating care for a specific group of high-risk patients. I learned the ins and outs of many insurers…what kinds of policies they had, how relatively easy or difficult they were to work with for patients and providers, and how accessible they were.