A recent episode of “Madam Secretary” takes us through an exercise of how the “anti-vaxx” movement might play out. Two children are infected with measles following a trip. Both fall gravely ill, but eventually recover, however one has complications that… Continue Reading
“Busy Brain” nights when I simply cannot shut off my brain to go to sleep may cause me to turn on the TV for some mindless program that will hopefully, put me to sleep. In the process, I will be… Continue Reading
I have continually lamented the fact that there is little transparency in health care pricing. One favorite example is to ask “If you went into Costco, filled your cart and were expected to pay whatever they charged, would you?” You… Continue Reading
Open enrollment for individual policies is not over. If you apply before Jan. 15, your effective date of coverage will be Feb. 1, 2019. Historically, Covered California has extended the last deadline, but as of this writing we have no… Continue Reading
Once again our neighbors and friends may be suffering the effects of wildfires and may need help. Medical issues are particularly difficult for those who have evacuated and may not have their medications or only a small supply. Respiratory illnesses… Continue Reading
As we get into open enrollment for individual health insurance, Medicare Part D Drug plans, and many group insurance plans, it’s probably a good idea to review some important terms. Deductible – the dollar amount an insured individual must pay… Continue Reading
Open enrollment for Medicare Part D prescription Drug benefits is starting soon. It runs from October 15 through December 7. Enrollments and changes will be effective 1/1/2019. Medicare Part D is the program that provides prescription drug benefits to seniors… Continue Reading
That often depends on the source of your health insurance. If insurance is provided through an employer, you may turn to the Human Resources Manager. Often the crisis will entail taking time off work to attend appointments for self or… Continue Reading
Those of us that work in highly regulated industries have a love-hate relationship with the regulating authorities. When we see problems we find to be egregious we want the regulators to step in. Otherwise, we want them to stay out… Continue Reading
Negotiations are always tricky, aren’t they? We are hearing so much in the news these days about “making deals” and having difficulty doing so. So why should health care be any different? Our office received this notice recently. “Anthem Blue… Continue Reading
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