Tell your legislators to Support The Emergency Care Improvement Act NOW! The pandemic showed us that immediate access to local emergency medical care is critical for all people…not just those on private insurance plans going to urban “in-network” hospitals. For years now, patients on Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE have been allowed … [Read more...] about Emergency Medical Care Benefits Could Be Stripped From Our Most Vulnerable Citizens
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month: What to Know
The sooner you begin addressing your child’s ocular health, the faster you may catch serious eye problems before they worsen. August is National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a great time to invest in learning about your childrens’ eye health. Understandably, some kids are squeamish about going to the eye doctor for their … [Read more...] about Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month: What to Know
How to Treat Heat Exhaustion & Identify Heat Stroke in Children
Young children are a high-risk group for heat-related illnesses all year round, but especially during the summer months. Now that summer has officially started, there is no doubt your children want to spend their time away from school outside playing, participating in their favorite sports, biking, hiking, and swimming. Spending time … [Read more...] about How to Treat Heat Exhaustion & Identify Heat Stroke in Children
Summer Safety: Heat Related Illnesses
Summertime comes with anticipation for barbecues and hikes, biking and swimming, and cool treats on sweltering evenings. But despite the iconic activities, summer comes with some not-so-hidden health and safety hazards. Too much time in the heat can lead to serious conditions such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and heat cramps. As the … [Read more...] about Summer Safety: Heat Related Illnesses
Pandemic Denials: State Of Denial
During this pandemic, Health Insurance companies are making record profits while at the same time increasing our premiums and denying our claims. Here's how they did it: Delayed or Deferred Care When The pandemic lockdowns began, suddenly millions of people were staying home, avoiding or delaying their medical treatment. As … [Read more...] about Pandemic Denials: State Of Denial
Insurance Companies Are Fighting to Keep Texas in a State of Denial.
Pre-authorization denials and delay tactics for necessary medical procedures has become another major profit center for health insurance companies. In fact, Texas health plans have systematically eroded the process of physician-recommended authorization. They regularly delay claims by using intentionally complicated administrative … [Read more...] about Insurance Companies Are Fighting to Keep Texas in a State of Denial.
Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month
Breathe easier with these tips and tricks for navigating some of the most common respiratory conditions. Did you know that Greater Houston ranks 50th on the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s list of the 100 most challenging cities to live with allergies? This Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month makes for an opportune time … [Read more...] about Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month
Caught Blue-Handed
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas Fined Millions For Denying & Deceiving Patients about Legitimate Emergency Care. by Kevin Herrington We’ve all been there. You pick-up your mail and see that there’s a statement from your health insurance company. Instantly, you feel a sense of dread. You had an emergency recently and you made the … [Read more...] about Caught Blue-Handed
How to Identify and Manage Stress
Stress Awareness Month 2021 April is Stress Awareness Month, a good time to reflect on the relationship between your habits and your health. Stress is our body’s physiological response to pressure, tension, trauma, and/or anxiety. Everyone has moments where they feel high-amounts of stress in their lives, because our bodies need … [Read more...] about How to Identify and Manage Stress
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