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AnnMarie McIlwain replied to the topic CMS – Appealing "Experimental Procedure" in the forum General Conversation 12 hours, 47 minutes ago
Hi there,
I assume this is for laser focal therapy which is not covered by CMS. HIFU which is similar is covered.
There are also numerous other treatment options for prostate cancer. The field has, for the first time in ages, finally had new treatment options.
Your client could consider one of those, paying cash for the focal therapy or going…[Read more]
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cfbowers started the topic CMS – Appealing "Experimental Procedure" in the forum General Conversation 16 hours, 50 minutes ago
Does anyone have experience in submitting an appeal to CMS that is considered EXPERIMENTAL?.
I found some men who posted their challenges with appealing at this site
https://www.inspire.com/groups/zero-prostate-cancer/discussion/insurance-reimbursement-for-laser-focal-therapy/Ralph Moss – is a long time cancer…[Read more]
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APHA Member Services wrote a new post 6 days, 11 hours ago
Keys to Successful Professional Development (Connect! with Anne)
Connect with Anne! May 2025 As independent patient advocates, we all have the responsibility to continue our professional development – but where do you find the time? Listen as Anne shares strategies that allow you to meet your professional development responsibilities and goals. Find more Connect! with Anne calls. On-Demand Recording: 54 minuteshttps://vimeo.com/1081965738 Resources: Slides Keys to Successful Professional Development Audio Discuss this topic: Check in with APHA M … Keys to Successful Professional Development (Connect! with Anne)Read More » -
MARY MASHBURN replied to the topic Let's see those Elevator Pitches! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 week ago
Hi, I’m Mary Mashburn. I help seniors and their family members face health, aging and financial challenges towards the goal of living the highest quality of life and paying for it.
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA started the topic Bonus Session Live Link for Wed 4/30/25 in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 week, 6 days ago
Hello!
Here is the link for our Live BONUS Session on Wednesday 4/30/25 at 5:00pm Central/6:00pm Eastern
See you there!
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA started the topic Let's see those Elevator Pitches! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Hi everyone!
In our last live session, I mentioned that I was going to ask for everyone to share at least one version of their elevator pitch!
Well here is the request, lets see them! I would love for everyone to post and respond to as many other’s as possible with any feedback that could be helpful. Now remember, it is really an outline,…[Read more]
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Strengths and Weaknesses in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Thank you for your self assessment, Mary!
Setting up a website can feel very intimidating, just remember it really can be VERY simple to be effective. Making sure you have a landing page that people can find you, with even simple details about you and your services is all that is needed. That and make sure to included that “Call To Action”. If…[Read more]
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APHA Member Services wrote a new post 3 weeks ago
Capturing and Reporting Your Time (Connect! with Anne)
Connect with Anne! April 2025 Capturing and tracking the time you spend on a client’s case can be challenging. Listen to this episode of Connect! with Anne where we explore best practices in client billing with veteran advocate Anne Llewellyn. Find more Connect! with Anne calls. On-Demand Recording: 52 minuteshttps://vimeo.com/1077317071 Resources: Slides Capturing and Reporting Your Time Audio Links to time-tracking services referenced in this episode: Discuss this topic: Check in with APHA Members Connect! D … Capturing and Reporting Your Time (Connect! with Anne)Read More » -
hbkummer replied to the topic ExPat Insurance or Advocacy Resources in Canada in the forum General Conversation 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Sorry Shea, forgot the link https://rcmhealth.ca/
Good luck,
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hbkummer replied to the topic ExPat Insurance or Advocacy Resources in Canada in the forum General Conversation 3 weeks, 5 days ago
I concur with Jeff. Whether you have a policy that covers international care or arrange for travel insurance, you usually need to pay upfront and then have to submit documents for reimbursement. In terms of advocacy services, I am only aware of RCM Health Consultancy- they are based in Toronto and offer in person assistance. Hope this helps.
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Jeff Byars replied to the topic ExPat Insurance or Advocacy Resources in Canada in the forum General Conversation 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Some BCBS plans cover out of country. I have personally had medical care while in Canada and my BCBS policy would cover it. I had to pay up front at time of service in Canada, then file with Blue Cross’s Geo Blue service for international claims to be reimbursed.
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APHA Member Services wrote a new post 3 weeks, 6 days ago
From Guidance to Greatness: The Value of Mentoring in Advocacy Business Success
April 2025 APHA leadership co-hosted this session with APHA member Teri (Dreher) Frykenberg RN, CCM. We discussed the importance of tapping into seasoned experts at all phases of your advocacy journey. Teri, a Board Certified Patient Advocate, is a nationally known expert on patient advocacy and patient safety. On-Demand Recording: 54 minuteshttps://vimeo.com/1075866610/553eeb63d2 Additional Resources Audio Recording Discuss this topic: Check in with APHA … From Guidance to Greatness: The Value of Mentoring in Advocacy Business SuccessRead More » -
Schandelle Acosta, BCPA started the topic ExPat Insurance or Advocacy Resources in Canada in the forum General Conversation 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Hello All,
I’m looking for any advocates that do in-person work in the Toronto (Canada) area. I tried looking through the PACB list and didn’t hear back from the couple folks there/it didn’t seem clear that they were practicing advocates so much as folks getting CE. I check in with one organization, “Canadian Health Advocates”, but they said…[Read more]
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MARY MASHBURN started the topic Strengths and Weaknesses in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 4 weeks, 1 day ago
After taking the assessment, I think that I am ready to go on many levels. My main strengths are compassion and willingness to advocate on behalf of my client with medical professionals. I enjoy solving problems and taking the best steps to help my client achieve the best life and way back to health. Although I am no shrinking violet, I feel…[Read more]
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Links to Live Lesson Slides in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month ago
Yay! I did them right! Thank you for letting me know, Angie 🙂
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Angela Ingraham replied to the topic Links to Live Lesson Slides in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month ago
Links work! Thanks Stephanie!
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA started the topic Links to Live Lesson Slides in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month ago
Hello!
I am working out a way to share a PDF version of the PPT slides from each live lesson. I have a link here for each lesson. I would like to be able to add to it and included the Bonus Session and Final Session after they are completed but I think it will require me to add them as a comment. If that is the case then I will plan to make a…[Read more]
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA started the topic Watch recording of live session #3 here! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month ago
Hello Folks!
I appreciate the wonderful discussions we had at our last live meeting! There were great questions that we discussed, and we can continue to conversations here in the forum if there are additional questions or comments.
Find the recording here!
Also, in case anyone is wondering about the status of the slides. There isn’t an easy…[Read more]
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Link to presentation on Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month, 1 week ago
This is great, Angie, thank you for sharing!
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Angela Ingraham started the topic Link to presentation on Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Winter/Spring 2025) 1 month, 1 week ago
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