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How I Can Help
I stand with you when you have to make critical decisions at some of the most difficult times of life. I save my clients valuable time and money by skillful and experienced navigation through the complex and overly bureaucratic protocols of our domestic health systems. 

I am a skilled mediator, whether it is with healthcare professionals or between family members. I am able to guide everyone to work towards a common goal.

I have extensive experiences helping clients with billing issues , insurance problems and Medicare and Medicaid concerns.

Formal Education
Eastern Illinois University, 1984
University of Illinois, Chicago, 1985-86, Studied in Jane Adams school of Social Work
College of Dupage, Geriatric, Certificate in Applied Gerontology

Why I Became A Professional Healthcare Advocate
My journey into advocacy started when I helped a dear friend navigate the health care world after a ALS diagnosis.   I found that there was not one place to find all the help, care or answers for him.  I became his advocate and the person to pull all the pieces together.  I then had to do the same kind of things for my own mother as I walked with her through her health crisis to the end of her life.  My passion for patient advocacy grew out of these and other experiences.

I believe that every patient can benefit from and deserves a person that is not only knowledgeable but is also there to fight just for them.

Professional Organizations And Affiliations
National Association of Care Management, Member 2016
National Association of Healthcare advocacy Consultants, Member 2013-present
The Alliance of Professional Health Advocate, Member 2013-Present

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