June 11, 2020
Webinar Recap: “How a New Federal Rule will Increase Prescription Drug Costs for Patients”
Chronic Care Policy Alliance (CCPA) hosted a webinar, “The State of Chronic Disease: How a New Federal Rule Will Increase…
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The State of Chronic Care: How a New Federal Rule will Increase Prescription Drug Costs for Patients
A Policy Discussion for Advocates Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, June 3 at 1:30 PM EST / 10:30 AM…
Read MoreMay 26, 2020
Statement on CMS Lowering Insulin Costs for Seniors
Joan Werblun, RN, advisory committee member of the Chronic Care Policy Alliance, issued the following statement today in response to…
Read MoreMay 8, 2020
Statement on Federal Ruling that Creates Barriers for Patients with Chronic Disease and Illness
The Chronic Care Policy Alliance is disappointed in the recent Trump Administration ruling allowing insurers to exclude copay assistance. Without…
Read MoreMay 7, 2020
COVID-19 Briefing with Chronic Disease Community
On Wednesday, April 29, we held a virtual briefing with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…
Read MoreApril 15, 2020
Health Groups Urge Californians To Respond To Gov. Newsom’s Request To Check In On Seniors
Stephanie Winn American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Steph.Winn@cancer.org Cell: 916 802-4033 Sacramento, Calif. – April 15, 2020 – Facing a…
Read MoreApril 10, 2020
Medicare Beneficiaries Who Get Coronavirus May Face a Price Shock
Originally Published on CNBC.com Sarah O’Brien March 30th, 2020 These may be extra scary times for Medicare beneficiaries. For…
Read MoreMarch 15, 2020
Statement on COVID-19 For People with Chronic Conditions
March 15, 2020 SACRAMENTO, CA – On behalf of California Chronic Care Coalition, Chronic Care Policy Alliance, and My…
Read MoreMarch 13, 2020
White House Declares National Emergency Amidst COVID-19 Concerns
Friday, March 13th, 2020 Watch the Press Conference Here The President announced a national emergency in a live press conference on Friday to address the COVID-19 pandemic and the public health emergency within the United States. Here are some takeaways: …
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 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
"The rising cost of health care places undue stress and financial burdens on patients already struggling to access the treatment and services they need to live fuller, healthier lives. For Californians living with chronic diseases, the high cost of health…
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
"Imagine that you need surgery to correct a serious condition. You have health insurance, so you begin the process of getting your insurer to approve the operation. It does. A month later, as you are on the road to recovery,…
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