Using a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Healthcare expenses can be a significant burden, but there are tools available to help you manage these costs effectively. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are tax-advantaged savings accounts that allow you to set aside money for qualified medical expenses. At Medwise Insurance Advocacy, we understand the importance of maximizing your healthcare […]

Whats a Zebra in Medical Terms?

One of the chapters in my book, Apparently Different, involves a doctor who, after years of twisting his neck while performing colonoscopies—looking at the patient, then the machine—wound up with a severe condition called Barrett’s esophagus. It took quite a long time to determine his condition. This condition is considered a “zebra,” a medical term […]

Does Your Health Care Bill Hurt Your Credit?

Healthcare bills won’t harm your credit as long as you don’t wait too long to settle them. Most of the time, you’re dealing directly with the medical provider, and they aren’t likely to report your payment activity—or lack thereof—to the credit bureaus. This means that while you owe the provider, your credit report will not […]

Negotiating Medical Bills: Tips and Tricks for Lowering Your Healthcare Costs

Medical bills can be a significant source of stress, especially when they seem unexpectedly high or contain errors. At Medwise Insurance Advocacy, we empower you to take control of your healthcare finances. Negotiating medical bills is often possible, and this blog post will provide valuable tips and tricks to help you lower your out-of-pocket expenses. […]

$85,000 Childbirth Bill Reduced to $5,000

A recent client of mine gave birth to her child, which initially cost her $85,000. This was a premature baby, and the hospitals and doctors were taking advantage of her situation. The family was paying $25 a month, and when I was able to prove that she would never be able to pay that $85,000, […]

Lyme Disease Medical Bill Reimbursement Help

If you haven’t heard yet, Apparently Different is my new book that came out recently. I have a client in the book who wound up with a debilitating life due to Lyme disease. I helped this client in receiving reimbursement for her medical bills. If you need help with denied claims, please call me, Adria. I’m […]

What to Do When Your Insurance Denies a Claim

Receiving a claim denial from your health insurance company can be frustrating and confusing. It can feel like a roadblock in accessing necessary medical care. At Medwise Insurance Advocacy, we understand the stress and uncertainty that come with claim denials. This blog post will provide a step-by-step guide on what to do when your insurance […]

$10,000 Emergency Room Just for Medicine

I don’t know if this has ever happened to you, but have you ever received a bill from an emergency room for over $10,000, and all they did in that emergency room was give you medication? I’ve had many cases like this, and in this particular case, I was able to get a major reduction […]

Emergency Room 3 Day Visit Denies $27,000 Bill

It was the middle of the night, and a patient goes to an emergency room in excruciating pain. The ER could not diagnose the condition. My client was kept in the hospital for three days, and the insurance company said there was no need for her to be at the hospital. Even though she went […]

Understanding Deductibles, Co-pays, and Coinsurance

Navigating the world of health insurance can feel like deciphering a foreign language. Terms like “deductible,” “co-pay,” and “coinsurance” are frequently used, but their meanings are often misunderstood. At Medwise Insurance Advocacy, we believe that understanding these key concepts is crucial for managing your healthcare expenses effectively. This blog post will break down these terms […]

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