Frequently Asked Questions
Essential Facts
Why do I need a Patient Advocate?
A Board Certified Patient Advocate assists in the complex healthcare journey preventing miscommunication while assuring no patient is left alone, being a bridge between the healthcare arena and family / patient. The Board Certfiied Patient Advocate provides research regarding disorders, treatments, medications to encourage an empowered educated decision.
Why is an intial assessment completed prior to providing patient advocate services?
The intial assessment prior to providing patient advocate services is needed to assure all health information is combined for future interactions within healthcare, medication reconciliation and to assess the true needs and goals of the patient and/or client.
A Patient Advocate employed by a medical institution is narrowly focused on the liability of the institution in which they are hired. A "Private hired Patient Advocate" is focused on the goals, rights and safety of the patient / family (client).