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Travelling With Diabetes
Original Air Date:    October 6, 2008
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TCOYD Series Television - Season 3

 

TCOYD TV: Diabetes & the Law: Health Insurance, Employment & the Costs of Care

Original Air Date - 4.16.2009

Dr. Steven Edelman talks to Kriss Halpern, JD, about stretching health care dollars in a downturned economy. Mr. Halpern answers questions about COBRA, HIPAA, limited insurance plans, state and federal plans, health savings accounts (HSAs) and patient assistance programs. Examining recent court rulings, Mr. Halpern discusses the protections provided people with diabetes by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Related Resources:

Explanation of Health Savings Accounts by Department of Treasury

LA Times Article on Helpful Website to Find Low Cost Health Care Options

"Diabetes & The Law" Podcast

Unemployment: COBRA Coverage Questions

COBRA Premium Assistance Explanation by Department of Labor

ERISA, COBRA and HIPAA Explained by Department of Labor

Partnership for Prescription Assistance Explanation and Application to Obtain Low Cost Prescriptions


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