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The CPF is has partnered with the Caring Voice Coalition (CVC) since 2003 to extend the reach of CVC programs and services to the IPF community nationwide. CPF members may access CVC programs and services by calling (888) 267-1440, by emailing cvcinfo@caringvoice.org, or by visiting their Web page at www.caringvoice.org
Insurance Education and Assistance Program
- Unbiased health insurance counseling for individualized health care needs
- Understanding insurance rights as a health care consumer
- Assistance with locating a high risk health insurance policy or Medicare supplemental policy
- Access to care situations
- One-on-one patient assistance with insurance reimbursement problems
- Denied claims - Appeal letters, patient advocacy
- Product education and awareness for MDs and other Health Care Professionals
Mentor Training Program
- Train mentors within the community - patients, caregivers, family members.
- Trained mentors will assist individuals through telephone and e-mail contact.
- Resources include IPF information, peer counseling training, access to community resources, direct oversight and guidance from coordinator, continuing education, availability for further referral.
Community Assistance Program
- State-By-State Community Resource Guide - a tool to provide useful information for chronically ill patients seeking education, support or financial relief from a broad range of needs including:
- Medical and mental health treatment
- Insurance Assistance
- Legal Assistance
- Housing and utility needs
- Food banks
- Disability services
- Other necessary assistance
Compassionate Care Program
- This program will support the extended IPF community in the area of short term grief and loss. Caring Voice has on staff a certified grief and loss counselor and a licensed MSW specializing in family issues, coping and end of life situations.
- End-of-life issues
- Lung Transplantation
- Divorce Situations
- Coping with illness
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