What Is a Patient Advocate?

When you're in the middle of a medical crisis, no one is responsible for making sure everything connects. Doctors don’t talk to insurance. Hospitals don’t follow up. And you’re expected to manage it all.

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A patient advocate steps in to coordinate care, fight denied claims, organize paperwork, and make sure nothing gets dropped. They work only for you, not for the hospital or insurance company.

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Most patient advocates are paid privately. They’re hired by patients, family members, or caregivers during high-stakes moments when clarity and coordination matter most.

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• Getting denied treatment approved

• Managing hospital or hospice transitions

• Coordinating doctors, insurance, and paperwork

• Understanding your medical bills

• Supporting aging parents from a distance