Sometimes finding the right information,
just when you need it can be time saving,
if not life saving so here are a few tips on
what to keep handy to make your
Health Care more stress free...
1. Copies front and back of all medical
insurance cards (Health, Dental, Vision ,
FSA, etc...)
2. Contact information for all medical
professionals you see on a regular basis
(GP, Dermatologist, Gyn, etc...)
3. Copies of your medical History for the
last 10 years. This can be requested from
each medical provider and stored so that
if you are seeking a second opinion or in a
medical emergency - you have instant
access to your files.
4. Copies of all Health insurance plan
desciptions so that you can always use
your plans to your maximum benefit. Also
the website, login and password codes of
health sites to get the latest information.
5. Have signed HIPPA forms in the hands
of your Health Care Agent so that they can
access your medical records if you cannot
do it yourself in a medical emergency. NY
State Link is :
Bonus - Your Health Care Proxy and Living Will clearly available so that someone can advocate for you in a pinch...
