Medical-Billing Advocates:
To handle hospital bills and rejected insurance claims.
How much? Hourly rates: $30-$150.
How to find them? Claims.org ; Billadvocates.com
How to check them out? Zero in on specific credentials and experiences. Are they trained medical coders?
Personal Patient Advocates:
To provide premium services like finding cutting-edge specialists, coordinating doctor visits etc.
How much? From $180 annually to $5000 a year.
How to find them? Patientcare4u.com ; Pcistaff.com
How to check them out? Look for someone who is familiar with your illness or care needs. Talk to more than one manager at the firm.
Geriatric-Care Managers:
To provide advice and comfort for seniors and their families.
How much? Hourly rates: $75-$150.
How to find them? Caremanager.org
How to check them out? Call several care managers, make sure their licenses are current, and get a sense of how well they know the facilities, resources and providers in your area.