Seeking Assistance When Your Health Has Been Compromised

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You think you are a healthy and active person, then it happens – your health is put in jeopardy in some way. Whether it is via an accident, disease, or unexpected illness, your world can turn upside-down. Time is of the essence since you need to find assistance before things get worse. Getting help is crucial, but that involves knowing where to start. Here are four ways that you can seek assistance when your health is in jeopardy.

Seeking Emergency Care

Pre-pandemic, hospitals in the United States averaged about 145.6 million visits per year. Of course, things have changed since early 2020. Emergency care is essential, and insurers cannot force you to get prior authorization before making an ER visit to a location outside of the network. Some accidents and illnesses need to be treated right away, so do not avoid going. If you are unable to drive, be sure to call an ambulance if necessary.

Seeking Non-Emergency Care

If your health issues do not warrant a trip to the ER, you should consider getting regular medical care. Your primary care physician and their staff know your medical history and can offer insight into your new health problem. If you do not have a PCP, use your healthcare plan to find a doctor within your network. PCPs can refer you to specialists if your problem requires more specialized care. These days, many doctors offer telehealth visits so you do not even have to leave the comfort of your own home to get help.

Getting Your Prescription Medications

Sometimes, prescription medications are helpful for coping with difficult symptoms. Over 66 percent (131 million) of American adults get prescription medications filled each year. Your health plan will help you cover the cost of some prescriptions, depending on what kind of coverage you have.

When it comes to getting prescriptions, you should always ask your doctor about possible side effects and long-term results before starting on it. It also might be helpful to check with your insurance provider to see just how much of that medication they are willing to cover.

Hire a Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Medical malpractice is a serious issue that can leave you feeling worse off than when you went in for a procedure or before starting a medication. Not only does it affect you, but it also impacts your entire family. A surgical error, misdiagnosis, or error in prescribing medication can suddenly take your health and vitality away. In addition, nursing home abuse that results in bodily harm falls under the medical malpractice category.

Hiring a medical malpractice lawyer can help you navigate the hardships and understand the rather complex legal process. When your health gets compromised, so do all other aspects of your life. Your friends and family deal with it, your work life can suffer, and your emotional health can dwindle as a result. Take charge, and, if needed, hire an attorney to help you with a medical malpractice lawsuit if one is called for.

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Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and blogger. She lives and works out of her home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and spends most of her time hiking, biking, and gardening.

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