December 3, 2019
A doctor’s prescription for Medicare patients seeking a better deal
By: Jeffrey Bryer The Inquirer Updated: December 3, 2019 Facing troubling episodes of anxiety and depression, a woman in her late…
Read MoreDecember 1, 2019
Medicare Scams To Watch Out For
By M.E. Chidiac Forbes December 1, 2019 “Hello, this is Medicare calling. Your coverage is about to be cancelled.” This…
Read MoreNovember 21, 2019
There’s still time to make changes to your Medicare plan. Here’s why that matters
Sarah O’Brien @SARAHTGOBRIEN PUBLISHED THU, NOV 21 2019, 9:21 AM EST CNBC KEY POINTS Medicare beneficiaries have until Dec. 7…
Read MoreNovember 8, 2019
Assessing The Redesigned Medicare Plan Finder Tool: Room For Improvement
Brian E. McGarry, Nicole Maestas, David C. Grabowski Health Affairs NOVEMBER 8, 2019 October 15 marked the start of another…
Read MoreNovember 5, 2019
7 steps to understanding Medicare
BY KUTV NOVEMBER 5TH 2019 First things first, what is Medicare? Medicare is a federal health insurance program that pays…
Read MoreOctober 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…
Read MoreSeptember 10, 2019
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…
Read More