Archive for August 2026
What Should I Do If My Insurance Claim Is Denied?
An insurance claim denial is not the final answer. There are steps you can take to appeal it and often get it overturned. In 2024, insurers on HealthCare.gov denied 19% of in-network claims, but fewer than 1% of those denials were ever appealed. Of the people who did appeal, about one in three got the…
Read MoreMeet Gina White, PharmD, BCPA
Gina White, PharmD, BCMTMS, BCPA, CSSBB, FACHE, is a consultant pharmacist, healthcare navigator, and patient advocate with Umbra Health Advocacy. She brings more than twenty years of experience across clinical pharmacy, healthcare administration, and care coordination to the families she serves. Her focus is medication safety and complex medical decisions, and she helps clients understand…
Read MoreHow to Get a Doctor’s Appointment Faster: Proven Tips
You may have noticed it is taking longer to get a doctor’s appointment with your primary care provider or a specialist. No one should have to wait months for medical care, but that is what many people hear when they call to schedule. Practices and large medical centers are booking new appointments far into the…
Read MoreMeet Rachelle Cardinal, RN
Rachelle Cardinal, RN, is a registered nurse and patient advocate with Umbra Health Advocacy. She brings 15 years of nursing experience to the clients and families she serves, and she has spent that time close to nearly every part of the healthcare system. Her focus is helping people navigate complex medical situations with confidence, clear…
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