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Hope for People with Chronic Illness.

More than half of the U.S. lives with a chronic illness.

Chronically Informed serves chronically ill patients and their caregivers by showcasing videos that share stories of success and practical techniques for navigating the medical system. These videos create hope for patients by helping them understand that others have found ways to navigate the medical system and inspire patients to use those pathways for themselves.

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Creating a Health History Resume

April 1, 2025

See Rebecca's Story

Tackling Communication with Your Provider

December 3, 2024

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Medicare and Open Enrollment

November 1, 2024

See David's Story

Choosing Supplemental Insurance for Medicare

October 1, 2024

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Making it “not-so-hard” is our passion.

RESOURCES

Don’t Be Shy: 4 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor

Johns Hopkins Medicine Website

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/dont-be-shy-4-tips-for-talking-to-your-doctor

MD, DO, PA, NP and More: Understanding the Differences

https://www.bch.org/latest-news/2019/september/md-do-pa-np-and-more-understanding-the-differenc/

What is Occupational Therapy?

American Occupational Therapy Association Website

https://www.aota.org/about/what-is-ot

Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/durable-medical-quipment-dme/

Physical Therapy

Cleveland Clinic Website

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24625-physical-therapist

What is a Primary Care Provider?

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/primary-care-provider/

How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment

National Institutes of Health Website

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/medical-care-and-appointments/how-prepare-doctors-appointment

What Doctors Wish Patients Knew about Using a Patient Portal

American Medical Association Article

https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-using-patient-portal

Who Does What in a Medical Office: Basic Position Descriptions

https://managemypractice.com/who-does-what-in-a-medical-office-basic-position-descriptions/

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies

The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is the state's umbrella regulatory agency, charged with managing licensing and registration for multiple professions and businesses, implementing balanced regulation for Colorado industries, and protecting consumers.

https://dora.colorado.gov/

Health Insurance Copays

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/co-payment/

In-Network Copays

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/in-network-co-payment/

Colorado Division of Insurance

The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance industry in Colorado. We help consumers by answering their questions, investigating their complaints, and helping them to understand their insurance. We regulate and monitor the insurance companies in Colorado, as well as insurance agents, making sure everyone is following the law.

https://doi.colorado.gov/

Health Insurance Deductible

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/deductible/

My Patient Rights

The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) launched this website in California and expanded it nationwide to help people who have been denied treatment or medicines, experienced delays or are dissatisfied with the decisions made by their health plan.

https://mypatientrights.org/

Explore Your Medicare Coverage Options

Medicare.gov Website

https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare

In-Network Coinsurance

Healthcare.gov Website

https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/in-network-coinsurance/

Out-of-Network Therapists

Zocdoc Website

https://www.zocdoc.com/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-get-an-out-of-network-therapist/

My Patient Rights

The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) launched this website in California and expanded it nationwide to help people who have been denied treatment or medicines, experienced delays or are dissatisfied with the decisions made by their health plan.

https://mypatientrights.org/

Why Independent Pharmacies Remain a Pillar for Access, Community Health

Pharmacy Times Article

https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/why-independent-pharmacies-remain-a-pillar-for-access-community-health

Center for Chronic Illness

https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies

The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is the state's umbrella regulatory agency, charged with managing licensing and registration for multiple professions and businesses, implementing balanced regulation for Colorado industries, and protecting consumers.

https://dora.colorado.gov/

Self-Advocacy for the LGBTQ+ Patient

https://invisibleproject.org/self-advocacy-for-the-lgbtq-patient/

Chronic Care Collaborative

The Chronic Care Collaborative advocates for the over 60% of Coloradans living with a chronic disease. The CCC focuses on helping Coloradans living with chronic disease tell their stories.

https://www.chroniccarecollaborative.org/

Colorado Division of Insurance

The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance industry in Colorado. We help consumers by answering their questions, investigating their complaints, and helping them to understand their insurance. We regulate and monitor the insurance companies in Colorado, as well as insurance agents, making sure everyone is following the law.

https://doi.colorado.gov/

Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing Prescription Drug Discount Resources

https://hcpf.colorado.gov/prescription-drug-discount-resources

My Patient Rights

The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) launched this website in California and expanded it nationwide to help people who have been denied treatment or medicines, experienced delays or are dissatisfied with the decisions made by their health plan.

https://mypatientrights.org/

See all Resources

Hope for People with Chronic Illness.

Connect with us to share your story.

Learn about us and how we got here.

Our work is possible thanks to you

New Releases

Making it “not-so-hard” is our passion.

Don’t Be Shy: 4 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor

MD, DO, PA, NP and More: Understanding the Differences

What is Occupational Therapy?

Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Physical Therapy

What is a Primary Care Provider?

How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment

What Doctors Wish Patients Knew about Using a Patient Portal

Who Does What in a Medical Office: Basic Position Descriptions

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies

Health Insurance Copays

In-Network Copays

Colorado Division of Insurance

Health Insurance Deductible

My Patient Rights

Explore Your Medicare Coverage Options

In-Network Coinsurance

Out-of-Network Therapists

My Patient Rights

Why Independent Pharmacies Remain a Pillar for Access, Community Health

Center for Chronic Illness

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies

Self-Advocacy for the LGBTQ+ Patient

Chronic Care Collaborative

Colorado Division of Insurance

Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing Prescription Drug Discount Resources

My Patient Rights

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