https://pomed.org/ Empowering Patients Through Knowledge en Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:16:01 GMT https://pomed.org/fighting-back-guide-overturning-insurance-claim-denials/ https://pomed.org/fighting-back-guide-overturning-insurance-claim-denials/ Receiving an insurance denial can feel like a dead end, but it rarely has to be. At POMED Health, we believe informed patients are empowered patients — and understanding the appeals process can make the difference between receiving necessary care and going without it. This guide walks you through every stage of challenging a denial and winning. POMED Health Patient Advocacy Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:15:18 GMT https://pomed.org/rare-disease-diagnostic-odyssey-how-to-shorten-it/ https://pomed.org/rare-disease-diagnostic-odyssey-how-to-shorten-it/ For the nearly 30 million Americans living with a rare disease, the path to diagnosis is rarely straightforward. Studies consistently show that patients wait an average of seven years before receiving an accurate diagnosis — years marked by misdiagnosis, emotional strain, and delayed treatment. POMED Health examines why this diagnostic gap persists and what patients can do today to accelerate their journey toward answers. POMED Health Medical Education Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:15:18 GMT