Demystifying Health Insurance We all have encountered communications from health insurance companies that seem designed to confuse. How can you be a more informed consumer and make sure you are getting what you paid for? Learn the Terminology Do you understand the difference between a deductible, a copayment and coinsurance? These amounts greatly affect how … Continued
When your elderly loved one needs long-term care, there are plenty of tough decisions that need to be made. Many families turn to Medicaid in an effort to ensure that their loved one gets the care they need. Understanding the ins and outs of Medicaid, however, can be a challenge. By taking a look at … Continued
Your child has a brain tumor. I can’t remember exactly how or who said those words to my husband and me. Our 7-month old daughter had been admitted into the hospital for tests several days before—failure to thrive was the initial diagnosis. As it turned out, she was a lot sicker than her pediatrician initially … Continued
Paper piles nearly cover the windowsill as his wife tries to concentrate on paying bills. I am here to help translate what the various doctors and nurses are seeing when I notice her husband’s eyes are suddenly open. For the past few days her husband of over 55 years lay almost comatose as the family … Continued
Don’t wait until a medical emergency happens while your child is away at college. There are some simple steps you should take and paperwork you need to have in place before your son or daughter leaves for college–being prepared can save you time and worry. Don’t know what a durable power of attorney is or why having one in place for your student is so important? Read on.