Patient Advocate Foundation

The Patient Advocate Foundation is a non-profit that assigns case managers to help patients with chronic or serious illnesses work through medical bills and negotiate with providers and insurance companies. They also offer financial assistance programs and bill negotiation specifically designed for patients facing long-term care costs.

This resource works best if you're dealing with ongoing medical expenses from a chronic condition and need sustained advocacy, not just a one-time bill review. The non-profit structure means there's no profit incentive for them to cut corners, and case managers often have relationships with hospitals that can facilitate faster resolutions.