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How Care Management Recouped $172,000 In Previously Denied Insurance Benefits

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: November 4, 2021
Are you paying increasingly larger medical bills without having them reviewed for potential savings? Review the Case History below to show how PLS could help reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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How Care Management Recouped $172,000 In Previously Denied Insurance Benefits

Lifesaving Questions to Ask Your Doctor (And What To Do With The Answers!)

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: November 4, 2021
Most people can benefit from taking an active role in their own health care. These questions will help you understand your diagnosis and prognosis and may help you organize for the future.
Lifesaving Questions to Ask Your Doctor (And What To Do With The Answers!)

Cutting Down on Unnecessary Hospitalizations

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: October 25, 2021
It is well known that healthcare costs in this country are skyrocketing. A contributor to this problem unnecessary hospitalizations and re-hospitalizations. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid are working to study this problem.
Cutting Down on Unnecessary Hospitalizations

Important Questions to Determine if Your Parent is Safe at Home Alone

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: October 11, 2021
If you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions, your loved one may be unsafe alone at home.
Important Questions to Determine if Your Parent is Safe at Home Alone

Reducing the Risk of Falls by Improving Vision, Strength and Balance

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: August 9, 2021
Every 18 seconds a senior is treated in an emergency department for a fall. Even beloved pets, which help improve quality of life, can trip up a senior. The following 10 suggestions reduce the risk of falls by improving vision, strength and balance.
Reducing the Risk of Falls by Improving Vision, Strength and Balance

Is International Travel Safe for My 80-Year Old Mom

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: July 26, 2021
Whether in the United States or abroad, seniors will be among the crowds traveling during the summer months. Medical clearances and travel with friends are among factors to be considered for the elderly.
Is International Travel Safe for My 80-Year Old Mom

Discovered Alzheimer's Gene Could Help with Early Treatment

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: October 1, 2015
Exciting news has been shared recently for Alzheimer's research. King's College, London scientists have announced the discovery of a, "Alzheimer's" gene. This opens up the possibilities for early detection and treatment!
Discovered Alzheimer's Gene Could Help with Early Treatment

Should Home-Care Workers Be Paid More?

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: September 24, 2015
Home health workers have the job of taking care of our most vulnerable. The sad fact is that many struggle making ends meet due to low wages. The Labor Department's may be able to extend wage and overtime rules to this neglected sector soon.
Should Home-Care Workers Be Paid More?

Caregivers in Crisis- Caring for Those Who Care

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: September 17, 2015
Many caregivers across the Nation are unpaid, having to have sacrificed their own careers to take care of their loved ones. Without them, the healthcare system would be overloaded. What is being done to bring attention to their burden?
Caregivers in Crisis- Caring for Those Who Care

Legislators Shining a Light on High Drug Prices

By: Judie Rappaport
Date: September 10, 2015
Illnesses can be catastrophic to even the financially secure. Part of the problem are astronomical prescription drug prices. Legislators are finally trying to get to the root of the problem.
Legislators Shining a Light on High Drug Prices