Community Resources
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Shire's BleedingDisorders.com
Find knowledge, resources, patient support, and make connections within the hematology community at Shire's bleeding disorders focused site.
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Free Hematology Materials
The CDC provides an extensive library of educational bleeding disorder resources free for download.
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Find an HTC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supports and funds a national network of hemophilia treatment centers (HTCs). Find one near you.
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Hemophilia Advocacy
Tools and resources to help patients become better self- advocates or advocates for the community at large.
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Insurance Resources
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Explore Your Health Insurance Options - Hematology Support Center
On November 1, 2018, insurance companies will begin enrolling individuals and families in marketplace health insurance plans for both existing and new members. This map will help you figure out your insurance needs and the resources available for you to make the best decision.
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Health Insurance Marketplace - Hematology Support Center
Health Insurance Marketplaces are online sites that have been set up in states to create a more organized, transparent and competitive market for health insurance and provide consumers with easier access to health insurance options. Click to learn more about eligibility, types of plans and more.
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Updates to End of Lifetime Caps on Health Insurance - Hematology Support
For years, people with hemophilia faced tough choices due to lifetime caps on health insurance benefits. But with healthcare reform eliminating these caps, people have the power to make the best choices for their health. Click to learn more.
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A Quick Guide to Health Insurance - Hematology Support Center
What is Health Insurance? This guide from Hematology Support Center defines common health insurance terms, reasons you need health insurance, plan and payer types, and more. Click to learn more.
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Coverage After You Retire
Retirement brings many life changes. It also will affect your insurance benefits and coverage. This piece explores the questions to consider when nearing retirement as well as an overview of the Medicare options that may be available.
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Making Open Enrollment Work for You - Hematology Support Center
The open enrollment period is an ideal time to learn all you can about your insurance plan. Click to learn more about open enrollment, finding your current coverage and more.
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Dental Care & Insurance - Hematology Support Center
Taking care of your teeth and gums should never be overlooked, especially when a bleeding disorder is present. Click to learn how to obtain the most from your insurance coverage so that you can receive as many benefits as possible for the dental care that you need.
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Tips for Managing Your Insurance Before Surgery - Hematology Support
As a hemophilia patient there are specific questions that you might consider asking your doctor and your insurance provider before surgery. With the information you gather from these questions, you may find that you can take control of your insurance coverage and get the most out of it.
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Hematology Support - The Affordable Care Act & Insurance Information
Several changes have been made to The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act since it was passed in 2010. Click to learn more about the ACA, recent changes, and how these might affect you and your family.
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Medicare and Medicaid Resources
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Medicare
Get answers to your Medicare questions at their website or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), CMS administers Medicare, Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the Health Insurance Marketplace.
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Tools
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Record-Keeping Worksheet
Organize insurance documents and keep track of phone calls with doctors and insurance companies.
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About My Policy Worksheet
Keep all your important insurance information in one place with this handy worksheet.
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Health Insurance Comparison Tool - Hematology Support Center
Click to view or download this Health Insurance Comparison Worksheet provided by Hematology Support Center.
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What to Ask When Looking for Insurance - Hematology Support
See this list of sample questions provided by Hematology Support Center that you may want to ask when talking to a potential insurer.
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