Blogs

Oct 22

Why Insurance Coverage Is Non-Negotiable for Transplant Patients

JohnCPosted in Transplant Handbook Expanded Tagged Financial Readiness, Insurance, Kidney Transplant, Patient Guides, Post-Transplant Care, Transplant Center Requirements, Transplant Planning

(The “Why” Behind the Financial Requirements) A kidney transplant isn’t a one-time event—it’s the beginning of a lifelong partnership between you, your transplant team, and your new organ. That’s why insurance coverage isn’t optional. It’s a mandatory part of every transplant program’s evaluation process. While it might feel like the financial review is just another […]

Oct 19

Understanding the Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care (DPOA-HC)

JohnCPosted in Transplant Handbook Expanded Tagged Advance Care Planning, Health Decisions, Living Will, Medical Advocacy, Patient Rights, Power of Attorney, Transplant Guide, Transplant Preparation

One of the most important steps you can take to prepare for a medical emergency or major health event—such as a transplant—is creating a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care (DPOA-HC). This legal document gives another person, often called your healthcare agent or proxy, the authority to make medical decisions on your behalf if […]