Manage Your Medical Expenses

The volume of paperwork involved in managing the insurance claim forms, co-payments, state benefits, etc, can be overwhelming for a mesothelioma patient is concentrating on his health, but keeping records organized accurate, can eliminate unnecessary stress.

Perhaps the easiest way to keep the information provided when submitting insurance claims, is to use a paper calendar to take note of all doctor visits, lab tests, the procedures and treatments, including medicines obtained. If this information is recorded on the day that happens, you have an entire archive file when needed. Other documents you need to organize in a binder or expandable file including:

Lyrics to all providers of health care.

Invoices and receipts for prescription drugs.

Proceeds from the co-pays or other health care costs.

Insurance claims.

Compensation received.

Keep your medical expenses covered by a team of basic spreadsheet is another option, or there is a specialized software for those who prefer a better display of information and the ability to search for information and management. One such program is the "medical director" that Quicken offers. This program allows you to track and organize medical expenses, tax deductions, medical history and prescription of several people, insurance payments and deductibles and billing.

Another solution is to hire someone to manage your application for you and if you feel you need professional help, there is the Medicare aid applications available in many areas. These professionals can file and track claims, you can communicate with health professionals and insurers to resolve claims, review medical bills for accuracy and appeal rejected applications. Service fees can vary considerably depending on the supplier.

For those who have Medicare coverage, a program to help health insurance is available in all states. Counselors can help Medicare beneficiaries understand their benefits, and may make suggestions on the establishment of a system of record keeping.