October 14, 2019
Patients, Doctors and Advocates Applaud Governor Newsom’s Signature on SB 600
(Sacramento, CA) – The health plan practice of routinely denying fertility preservation for individuals undergoing medical treatments such as chemotherapy will…
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California congressional delegation needs to protect patients against surprise medical bills
CalMatters By Liz Helms The rising cost of health care places undue stress and financial burdens on patients already struggling…
Read MoreAugust 13, 2019
Cancer patients are being denied drugs, even with doctor prescriptions and good insurance
By: Carmen George The Fresno Bee August 2, 2019 Norma Smith was diagnosed with stage-three cancer in December. There are…
Read MoreMay 30, 2019
My Patient Rights Expands to Help Consumers throughout the Nation Advocate for the Health Care they Need
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, the Chronic Care Policy Alliance, an extension of the California Chronic Care Coalition, announced the national roll out of My…
Read MoreMay 30, 2019
My Patient Rights Expands to Help More Patients in Need
Since 2017, My Patient Rights has helped consumers in 17 states navigate a complex health care system. We’re proud…
Read MoreMay 29, 2019
Opinion: Has your insurer denied a medical claim? Stand up for your rights
By Liz Helms STAT News Imagine that you need surgery to correct a serious condition. You have health insurance, so…
Read MoreOctober 26, 2017
Could Your Health Insurance Be Costing You Money at the Pharmacy?
MAGNOLIA, TEXAS — In February, Dave Jensen, a 46-year-old firefighter from Phoenix, got an antibiotic prescription from his usual pharmacy…
Read MoreJuly 25, 2017
CCCC & CCPA Voice Concern Regarding Recent Federal Health Care Senate Vote
Sacramento, Calif. – California Chronic Care Coalition and Chronic Care Policy Alliance President and CEO Liz Helms released the following statement…
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