In this ARC talks webinar, Alicia Lawrence, Information and Resource Services Manager at the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), discussed health insurance policies within private and government issued insurance.
In addition to discussing policies regarding appeals, prior authorization, and law changes by state, Alicia provides guidance for application submissions with key tips and deadlines to remember.
Original Presentation Date:
September 28, 2023
Key Webinar Highlights:
0:00 — Introduction
3:40 — Start of presentation
5:37 — Types of insurance
7:10 — Parts of Medicare
9:45 — Choosing the right health insurance
Definitions of:
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- Premiums
- Deductibles
- Co-pays
- Co-insurance
12:44 — Considerations when re-applying for coverage
13:19 — Health insurance coverage recap
13:45 — Individual health insurance rights
Definitions of:
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- Approvals
- Denials
- Appeals
16:45 — Prior Authorization defined
18:47 — The Inflation Drug Act
21:25 — Helpful tools, reminders, and resources
25:37 — Start of Q & A Session
