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When to Consider Non-Emergency Medical Transportation

If you have a family member who needs non-emergency medical transport, you may be tempted to drive them yourself. However, it may not be the best, most comfortable, or safe choice for you or your loved one. If you have days or weeks to plan ahead, you have many short- and long-distance transport options. “Non-emergency…

COVID-19 and Medical Case Management: How an Expert Can Help

COVID-19 has made travel more difficult within the United States and internationally. Some countries have banned travelers completely; in the United States, COVID-19 testing is required to enter from another country. While delaying travel is still recommended, it may not be an option if you need to travel long-distance for medical care. If you are…

Medical Transport Options: What Case Managers Consider when Evaluating Patients

If you or a family member need a complicated medical procedure, you may need to travel to a medical facility far from home. If a doctor recommends such travel, even during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll need to spend at least a few hours evaluating your medical transport options. SentinelMED’s case managers do this every day.…

Travel Market Report Article Details the Important Contributions of Medical Case Management

Some of the most common reasons people purchase travel insurance are related to protecting themselves from financial loss if they must delay or cancel a trip. However, many people don’t think to specifically request travel insurance that includes medical case management. This little-known benefit offers quick access to U.S. medical professionals who coordinate care for…