Everything in Life is Negotiable, Even Medical Bills (Part 3)

By Andrew Cohen on Jun. 03, 2008 Comments?

This post is the third part in a series about the steps you can take to deal with unaffordable medical bills.

This installment addresses the importance of public health coverage programs.  If you have private insurance, it’s important to listen up: public programs may be available to help you, too. 

Should You Store Your Personal Health Records Online?

By Billy Amon on Apr. 11, 2008 Comments?

Although most services have gone online in today’s digital age (e.g. banking, investing, bill payment, etc.), our personal health records (PHRs) remain stuck in the Stone Age.  Most medical records are paper-based only and not accessible online.  However, should you be storing your PHR online? Read...

Storing Your Records With MyEsafeDepositBox

By Billy Amon on Apr. 04, 2008 Comments?

There are a number of services out there that provide you with online storage for your personal health records and other personal documents.  The product we have chosen to offer with a Qvisory membership is MyEsafeDepositBox. Read...

Use of Oregon Assisted Suicide Law Increases

By Billy Amon on Mar. 21, 2008 Comments?

The Oregon Department of Human Services just released their annual report on the Death and Dignity Act.  The 2007 summary report shows an increase in the number of people utilizing the state’s assisted suicide law. Read...

Understanding Health Care Plan Policy Terms

By Billy Amon on Mar. 11, 2008 Comments?

Whether shopping around for a new health care plan or trying to determine the benefits associated with your current plan, you'll want to understand a number of terms. Read...