Resources | Chronically Informed

Making it “not-so-hard” is our passion.

RESOURCES

American Academy of Pediatrics

https://www.aap.org/

American Heart Association

https://www.heart.org/

Arthritis Foundation

https://www.arthritis.org/

Center for Chronic Illness

https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/

Chronic Care Collaborative

The Chronic Care Collaborative advocates for the over 60% of Coloradans living with a chronic disease. The CCC focuses on helping Coloradans living with chronic disease tell their stories.

https://www.chroniccarecollaborative.org/

Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing Prescription Drug Discount Resources

https://hcpf.colorado.gov/prescription-drug-discount-resources

Copay Cards

Medical News Today Website

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/manufacturer-copay-cards#:~:text=Medication%20manufacturers%20offer%20copay%20cards,reviewed%20on%20June%206%2C%202024

Definition of Patient Advocate

National Cancer Institute Website

https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/patient-advocate

Explore Your Medicare Coverage Options

Medicare.gov Website

https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare

Getting a Prescription Filled

Medlineplus.gov Website

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001956.htm

Health Insurance Marketplace

https://www.healthcare.gov/

In-Network Coinsurance

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/in-network-coinsurance/

Know your rights for Copay Accumulator Adjustment Programs (CAAP) in Colorado

Chronic Care Collaborative Website

https://www.chroniccarecollaborative.org/know-your-rights/

MD, DO, PA, NP and More: Understanding the Differences

https://www.bch.org/latest-news/2019/september/md-do-pa-np-and-more-understanding-the-differenc/

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation

https://msfocus.org/

Out-of-Network Therapists

Zocdoc Website

https://www.zocdoc.com/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-get-an-out-of-network-therapist/

Parkinson's Foundation

https://www.parkinson.org/

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

https://www.samhsa.gov/

The National Kidney Foundation

https://www.kidney.org/

What is Occupational Therapy?

American Occupational Therapy Association Website

https://www.aota.org/about/what-is-ot

When can you get health insurance?

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/quick-guide/dates-and-deadlines/

American Cancer Society

https://www.cancer.org/

American Lung Association

https://www.lung.org/

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

https://aafa.org/

Center for Chronic Illness

https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/

Chronic Care Policy Alliance

The Chronic Care Policy Alliance (CCPA) is a network of state and regional advocacy organizations advancing public policy that improves the lives of those living with chronic conditions and diseases.

https://chroniccarealliance.org/

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies

The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is the state's umbrella regulatory agency, charged with managing licensing and registration for multiple professions and businesses, implementing balanced regulation for Colorado industries, and protecting consumers.

https://dora.colorado.gov/

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation

https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/

Don’t Be Shy: 4 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor

Johns Hopkins Medicine Website

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/dont-be-shy-4-tips-for-talking-to-your-doctor

Find a Medicare Broker

National Association of Health Underwriters Website

https://nabip.org/looking-for-an-agent

Health Insurance Copays

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/co-payment/

HealthEd 4 Everyone

Our Mission Is Simple:
To empower everyone to understand and navigate their health with confidence.

http://healthed4everyone.org

In-Network Copays

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/in-network-co-payment/

Lupus Colorado

Lupus Colorado's mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus and to promote efforts for the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and cure of lupus. Lupus Colorado was established in 1972 for the purpose of providing support, education and training to everyone that is affected by lupus.

https://lupuscolorado.org/

Mayo Clinic

https://www.mayoclinic.org/

My Patient Rights

The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) launched this website in California and expanded it nationwide to help people who have been denied treatment or medicines, experienced delays or are dissatisfied with the decisions made by their health plan.

https://mypatientrights.org/

Out-of-Pocket Costs

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/out-of-pocket-costs/

Physical Therapy

Cleveland Clinic Website

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24625-physical-therapist

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Phone: 988

https://988lifeline.org/

United States Medicare Website

https://www.medicare.gov/

What is a Primary Care Provider?

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/primary-care-provider/

Who Does What in a Medical Office: Basic Position Descriptions

https://managemypractice.com/who-does-what-in-a-medical-office-basic-position-descriptions/

American Diabetes Association

https://diabetes.org/

American Medical Association

https://www.ama-assn.org/

Avoid Medicare Late Enrollment Penalties

Medicare.gov Website

https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/medicare-costs/avoid-penalties

Center for Disease Control

https://www.cdc.gov/

Chronic Pain

Cleveland Clinic Website

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4798-chronic-pain

Colorado Division of Insurance

The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance industry in Colorado. We help consumers by answering their questions, investigating their complaints, and helping them to understand their insurance. We regulate and monitor the insurance companies in Colorado, as well as insurance agents, making sure everyone is following the law.

https://doi.colorado.gov/

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

https://www.cff.org/

Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/durable-medical-quipment-dme/

Getting Started with Medicare

Medicare.gov Website

https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare

Health Insurance Deductible

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/deductible/

How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment

National Institutes of Health Website

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/medical-care-and-appointments/how-prepare-doctors-appointment

Infusion Access Foundation

Infusion Access Foundation is a community of patients and advocates united to protect access to provider-administered treatments, such as infusions and injections.

https://infusionaccessfoundation.org/