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adriagross started the topic Apparently Different in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 3 weeks ago
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adriagross replied to the topic Marshall Allen, a Tenacious Journalist, Dies at 52 in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 3 weeks ago
I spoke with Marshall a couple times – he was amazing and I was shocked to hear of his death. I was wondering how old he was – 52….WOW….
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AnnMarie McIlwain replied to the topic Marshall Allen, a Tenacious Journalist, Dies at 52 in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Marshall pried open the opaque door of the health insurance industry and held them accountable. I will miss his passion for truth and justice and the learning it provided me as an advocate.
Thank you Karen.
AnnMarie McIlwain
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Gail Gilberto replied to the topic Bed and Wheelchair alarms in the forum +ADL Forum: Directory Listed APHA Members Only 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Sorry for the lateness of this response: As CMS changed its stance on the type of exit alarms utilized, so as not to be considered a restraint, it is best to check with the facility and see what they are allowing, if any.
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Kazadvocate started the topic Marshall Allen, a Tenacious Journalist, Dies at 52 in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Many of us are saddened and shocked by the sudden death of Marshall Allen. Marshall was an inspiration; his work encouraged me to write and be a “polite pit bull” in the world of insurance navigation. He was a call-in guest for an APHA member podcast 2 years ago:
marshall-allen-never-pay-first-bill.
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic Sub acute Care in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Obviously this reply is too late. I’m guessing your client needed an LTACH. Unfortunately, those all seem to be owned by for-profit companies. You could check their medicare ratings: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/?providerType=LongTermCare
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic Transporting Clients in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
I don’t provide transportation, but do offer to go with clients in a taxi/uber/etc.
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic Solo ager patient needing home upkeep help in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Late reply. For some reason I hadn’t been receiving APHA emails. The Village to Village Network can be a great resource.
https://www.vtvnetwork.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=691012
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic CMS starts paying for patient navigation in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Very interesting. So many questions! First off, why start a new credential when we already have BCPA in place? Sigh. Katy, can you say more about the $40 reimbursement? That sure wouldn’t go far.
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic Bed and Wheelchair alarms in the forum +ADL Forum: Directory Listed APHA Members Only 11 months, 4 weeks ago
In my experience it’s not so much about which alarm you use — there are many — but about staff responsiveness. There are mats that go on the chair or in the bed, and there are motion detector systems. It’s odd to me that the facility doesn’t have a system in place.
Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA
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Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA replied to the topic Healthcare providers who are advocates in the forum SIG Forums 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Hi, I continue clinical practice on a per diem basis, usually one day/week. I like keeping up my clinical skills, having my ear to the ground on hospital/etc scuttlebutt, and it facilitates networking.
Cheryl Kauffman, PT, BCPA
Seattle Patient AdvocatesP.S. For some reason, I haven’t been getting APHA emails lately, hence the very late reply.
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Katelyn Austin started the topic Healthy Body Herald…knowledge is power #4 in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
We are sharing Health Body Herald by Karen Mercereau, a tool Karen publishes to address the high level of health illiteracy. It’s current science written in lay language with live links for those who may wish to read further.
Table of Contents
1. List of fruits and vegetables that you don’t have to buy
organic! They have very few pesticides o…[Read more] -
Katelyn Austin started the topic Healthcare Advocate Summit in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be speaking at the upcoming Healthcare Advocate Summit being held September 3 – 6 in Las Vegas! APHA has been selected for to speak or facilitate three sessions:
How to Make a Living as an Independent Advocate, featuring APHA member Stephanie Schulz
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Katelyn Austin started the topic NEW Survey: Add Your Voice on AI in the forum General Conversation 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Everywhere you look, people are using generative AI (ChatGPT, etc.) to write emails, summarize complex information, and brainstorm new ideas. Healthcare organizations use it to streamline operations, improve diagnostics, and summarize clinical encounters. We want to learn if and how YOU might be using AI today, and how you might want to use it in…[Read more]
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Hello All! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Hi Donna!
How exiting that you are starting a new retirement career, you will find many others have done the same shift! Your background will certainly help you.
Looking forward to meeting you soon!
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Hi there in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
I love this Terasa!
I am so glad that you decided to dedicate yourself to jumping back in, way to go 🙂 I can’t wait to see your business relaunch!
Looking forward to seeing you!
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Stephanie Schulz, BCPA replied to the topic Hey Hey! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
Hello!
Wow, I feel your enthusiasm!
What interesting work you do, and kudos on your upcoming certification. I don’t know many people who have this additional training!
Looking forward to meeting you!
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Hyacinth Kwaku replied to the topic Hi there in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
I’d love to pick your brain over your start up!
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Terasa Astarita started the topic Hi there in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
I’m looking forward to meeting everyone today. I live in PA and have worked in medicine for 35 years. My background encompasses critical care, home care, staff development, and ER as an RN. For the last 24 years, I’ve worked as a board-certified Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner specializing in Gastroenterology. I became interested in advocacy…[Read more]
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Hyacinth Kwaku started the topic Hey Hey! in the forum APHA Academy 100 Days to Launch <br>(Summer 2024) 11 months, 4 weeks ago
My name is Hyacinth Kwaku! Registered nurse in North Carolina. I have experience in maternity care and sexual education (general but especially for teens and adolescents). Most of my experience has been in the clinical side of public health. I’m in the process of obtaining my SANE (sexual assault nurse advocate) certification and just LLC’ed my…[Read more]
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