Thank you so much for the warm welcome, AnnMarie. I really appreciate you thinking of me and including me in that conversation.
Pediatrics isn’t my specialty, and I want to be mindful of staying within my area of expertise so families get the best possible support. I don’t currently have a pediatric advocate I can confidently recommend, but I’m following that thread and would love to see who others suggest.
I’d be happy to start a conversation in the insurance/appeals space. One topic I see come up often is how families can effectively respond when a discharge or coverage decision feels rushed or premature. I’ve found that many people don’t realize what rights and timelines they actually have, and that knowledge can completely change outcomes. I’d love to hear how others approach those situations as well.
Thanks again for the thoughtful suggestions and for creating such a welcoming space.
Hi everyone! I’m Ashley DiMaggio, MSN, RN, founder of GuideWell Patient Advocates based in Maryland. I’m a nurse and independent patient advocate specializing in care transitions, Medicare appeals, and helping families navigate complex healthcare situations with clarity and confidence.
My clinical background includes emergency medicine, community health, long-term care, infection prevention, and care management. I now work primarily with older adults and their families, supporting them through hospital discharges, rehab and skilled nursing stays, insurance challenges, and decisions about next levels of care.
I’m especially passionate about education and empowerment. I teach workshops and webinars for caregivers and professionals on topics like discharge planning, patient rights, and navigating the healthcare system without feeling overwhelmed.
I love connecting with other advocates and learning how others approach complex cases, so I’m glad to be here and look forward to getting to know everyone!
Pediatrics isn’t my specialty, and I want to be mindful of staying within my area of expertise so families get the best possible support. I don’t currently have a pediatric advocate I can confidently recommend, but I’m following that thread and would love to see who others suggest.
I’d be happy to start a conversation in the insurance/appeals space. One topic I see come up often is how families can effectively respond when a discharge or coverage decision feels rushed or premature. I’ve found that many people don’t realize what rights and timelines they actually have, and that knowledge can completely change outcomes. I’d love to hear how others approach those situations as well.
Thanks again for the thoughtful suggestions and for creating such a welcoming space.
My clinical background includes emergency medicine, community health, long-term care, infection prevention, and care management. I now work primarily with older adults and their families, supporting them through hospital discharges, rehab and skilled nursing stays, insurance challenges, and decisions about next levels of care.
I’m especially passionate about education and empowerment. I teach workshops and webinars for caregivers and professionals on topics like discharge planning, patient rights, and navigating the healthcare system without feeling overwhelmed.
I love connecting with other advocates and learning how others approach complex cases, so I’m glad to be here and look forward to getting to know everyone!