Health Care Law: FAQs
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In General
- Home Care Options for Elders The benefits of good home healthcare can be enormous, but it's not always the best solution. (FindLaw)
- Medicare FAQs Answers to frequently asked questions about who is eligible for Medicare and what medical expenses Medicare covers. (FindLaw)
- Medicare Managed Care You'll be in a better position to weigh the costs and benefits of Medicare managed care plans if you understand how insurance companies and doctors make money through them. (FindLaw)
- LTC Insurance: Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right For You? If you can't find a crystal ball, look at the statistics. (FindLaw)
- What's a Power of Attorney? Covers nondurable, durable and springing powers of attorney. (Office of New York State Attorney General)
- How and When to Use the Durable Power-of-Attorney By Carole C. Lamson, JD. (Affording Care, the Bulletin on Personal Finances and Serious Illnesses)
- Power of Attorney for Financial Matters Securing authority to handle banking chores for others. (FindLaw)
- Healthcare Directives FAQ From the ABA Family Legal Guide. (FindLaw Bookshelf)
See also:
Can I Solve This on My Own or Do I Need an Attorney?
- Medicare and Medicaid issues can often be handled on your own
- Attorneys are helpful when the health care system is complex
- Complex heath care cases (such as medical malpractice, bioethics, or health advocacy) may need the support of an attorney
Protect your patient rights with an attorney at your side. An attorney can offer tailored advice and help prevent common mistakes.
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