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The Critical Role of Foundations and Not-for-Profits in the Patient Provider Relationship

Nonprofits comprise 5.7% of the US GDP, contributing $2.62 trillion to the economy. But their impact goes well beyond their direct financial contribution. Foundations and not-for-profit organizations often act as catalysts for education and patient advocacy, providing a missing link between a patient and their health care provider. 

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Does Medicaid Cover Second Opinions in 2022?

Second opinions are, in the words of many within the healthcare industry, essential in the case of critical illness and should be the right of every patient. Most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover or even require an in-person second opinion consultation with a specialist prior to treatment. Medicare even pays for a third opinion if the second opinion differs significantly from the first.

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Looking For a Charity to Support this #GivingTuesday? Look No Further

While Thanksgiving may have looked different for many this year, one thing will not be canceled: #GivingTuesday. People are in need, some now more than ever. If you are looking for an opportunity to give this year, please consider donating to the Mike Shane Memorial Fund. We are shamelessly asking for donations to this charity specifically because it is close to our hearts here at Purview. 

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Online Access to Medical Images Benefits Cholangiocarcinoma Patients

February is Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month, a time to highlight the rare liver disease that affects 1-2 people in 100,000 per year. We are highly aware of cholangiocarcinoma due to our friend and investor Mike Shane who passed away last year after a strong fight against this disease. In his memory, we established the Mike Shane Memorial Fund to help patients who have this diagnosis overcome financial barriers to getting a needed remote second opinion. Part of this effort involves making it as easy as possible for patients to get their medical information, including medical images, to the physician to review for a second opinion.

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