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FAQ
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What is the benefit of hiring a patient advocate?The benefits of having an advocate are having someone who knows the complicated healthcare system on your side and someone who has your best interest in mind. A patient advocate provides alternatives based on their knowledge and skill set, that can help simplify care and provide the straightest path to get the type of healthcare you need. When you need legal representation, do you go it alone and hope for the best? No! You hire the best lawyer you can to guide you and represent you through the confusing and frustrating legal system. Because you know that if you don’t win, it can be more costly than if you had just hired that expert in the first place. Let a professional advocate represent you and your healthcare needs.
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Can Advocate4me come to my home, care facility, hospital, or do virtual visits?At this time our services are conducted via virtual visits or telephone. This allows us to assist people from all over the United States.
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Can you accompany me or my family member to appointments?Yes! We join you via telephone call or virtual conferencing.
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I live in a different state than my aging parents, can you help me manage their care.Yes, we can help manage their care, and communicate with you to provide all updates.
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Are advocates only for the elderly?No, Advocates help people of all ages, with all types of needs.
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Do you accept insurance?No, Advocate4me does not accept insurance for payment. Health insurance does not provide coverage for private advocates at this time.
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How does hiring a health advocate prove to be cost-effective for me and my family?Let’s say that you hire a lawyer to represent you for $1,000.00 to keep you out of jail for unpaid parking tickets. You could take the chance and represent yourself. But don’t you think there is a lot of value for your money when that lawyer is able to keep you out of jail? That is the same way to think of the value you get when hiring a health advocate. Spending money to have less stress, an improved quality of life, and piece of mind knowing you are getting the best possible outcome is priceless. Not only does it save you money in the long run, but it might also just save your life. Call us to discuss cost options and other ways to put your money to good use.
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What about medical bills and insurance denials?Advocate4me can review your medical bills for errors. We communicate with hospitals, physicians, and insurance companies regarding billing and coding discrepancies. We also, review and offer appeal services for insurance denials.
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My parents need help with finding senior housing. Can you help?Yes, we can research the type of housing that best suits their needs and wants. We will arrange for a tour if possible and assist with the process. We also provide assistance with transitioning from hospital to home, Skilled nursing facilities, assisted living homes, home healthcare and other types of social services for seniors.
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