Magellan Medical Navigators Offer a Solution for Caretakers of Seniors

YOUR GUARDIAN THROUGH
A COMPLEX MEDICAL WORLD

Seniors now account for over 47 million individuals in the United States, with that number expected to soon double according to The United States Census Bureau. Advancements in medical care, preventative medicine and treatment are largely to thank. However, the aging population brings with it unique challenges related to care and support.

Seniors and their caretakers can quickly become overwhelmed with the level of care, information, medications, appointments that often come with aging. Magellan Medical Navigators offers support and guidance for caretakers of seniors across South Florida, by helping choose among many treatment options available and providing information about each option to help the patient and their family make a more informed decision.

As a patient advocate company, Magellan Medical Navigators offers support and assistance to seniors in and around the tri-county Miami-Dade community. Their services assist infirm or elderly clients with their doctor appointments, specialist care, medications, transportation, family communication and more.

Imagine getting a phone call that you need surgery or a call to inform you that your biopsy is malignant. There are realities that our loved ones can encounter at any moment, and we are here to provide relief and solutions to minimize the burden on you and your family.

South Florida Patient Advocate Service

Founded in 2019, Magellan Medical Navigators provides reliable solutions designed to support and assist seniors and their caretakers navigate medical care and treatments.

Families can’t always be around when loved ones need care, causing stress and placing an undue burden on both the patient and caretakers alike. Caring for a loved one can be both emotionally and physically draining. Add to that the complexities of navigating our modern healthcare and insurance system, and medical care can quickly turn into a stressful endeavor during a time when the patient is often already under duress.

When patients find themselves in a medical crisis in the hospital not knowing where to turn for help, our team is there to guide them.

Magellan Medical Navigators Support Services:

• Accompanying patients to their appointments
• Finding and vetting specialists
• Scheduling doctor appointments
• Evaluating medications
• Ask questions and record notes on physician care instructions
• Become the link between patients, their families near and far and their medical providers

More Support and Better Care from Trusted Caretakers

The US medical system is complex, complicated, and nuanced. From imaging and medical terminology, to insurance, referrals, and paperwork, things can get complicated fast. Unfortunately, for many patients, the burden falls solely on them or their families who have stepped in to help manage their medical needs.

Patients, especially the elderly, need support, and Magellan Medical is here to help. For patients and their families feeling lost, confused or downright mentally exhausted, Magellan’s services offer a beacon of hope.

How Magellan Medical Takes Care of Your Loved Ones

Magellan Medical Navigators’ mission is to serve and support both patients and the caretakers of those needing help, making sure they have the support they need to navigate through the medical system and their prescribed treatment protocols with ease.

Services Include but are not Limited to:

• Gathering of all relevant medical information
• Review of medical history and timelines for physicians
• Accompaniment to medical appointments
• Summary of physician recommendations and feedback
• Assistance obtaining a second opinion
• Assistance with locating an appropriate specialist
• Coordinating with physicians, diagnostics, and therapy
• Evaluating and vetting of local and regional specialists
• Review of medications with a pharmacist for cheaper alternatives and contra-indications
• Evaluation of lifestyle: diet, exercise, nutrition and more
• Knowing relevant clinical trials that may be available to the patient
• Assessment of potential alternative medical treatments
• Evaluation of local rehab facilities
• Relaying relevant information and assessments back to the family

Those interested in learning more about services and costs are encouraged to reach out via their website or by calling 954-494-6688 today.

Media Contact
Company Name: Magellan Medical Navigators
Contact Person: Tomas Gallo
Email: Send Email
Phone: 336-403-1593
City: Fort Lauderdale
State: Florida
Country: United States
Website: www.magellanmedical.org/