We call our work CANE:

Coordination, Advocacy, Navigation, & Education

Coordination

Ensuring that care is organized across providers and settings.

  • Care planning and follow-up

  • Scheduling appointments with specialists, primary care, and outpatient services

  • Managing referrals between providers

  • Medication reconciliation across different prescribers

  • Coordination with home care, rehab, or long-term care facilities

  • Tracking tests and results to avoid duplication or missed diagnoses

  • Ensuring continuity of care across transitions

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Advocacy

Representing the patient’s best interests in the healthcare system.

  • Explaining medical diagnoses and treatment options in understandable language

  • Supporting second opinions and helping patients make informed decisions

  • Assisting with medical billing

  • Helping patients exercise their rights

  • Ensuring culturally competent and equitable care

  • Advocating during hospital stays or complex treatment journeys

  • Helping families advocate for elderly or pediatric patients

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Navigation

Helping patients understand and move through the healthcare system.

  • Finding in-network providers and facilities

  • Clarifying insurance benefits and coverage

  • Helping with prior authorizations and pre-certifications

  • Assisting in transitions between insurance plans

  • Educating patients on healthcare system use

  • Locating financial assistance or community resources

  • Assisting with transportation, language support, or disability access

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Education

Empowering you with the tools to make informed decisions about your health journey.

  • Providing educational resources around specific diagnoses, new or changing medications

  • Help you understand medical terms, diagnoses, and treatment options

  • Improve your ability to navigate the healthcare system effectively

  • Teach self advocacy skills

  • Connecting with community resources

  • Empowering patients to make informed decisions

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