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Our Mission is to save the lives of children and young adults who are genetically predisposed or otherwise susceptible to sudden death due to cardiac arrhythmias and to provide education and support to families and the medical community who are dealing with these disorders.

The SADS Foundation is dedicated to providing information, assistance & hope.

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last updated March 21, 2008


 

Insurance Information

SADS Insurance Tips

Blue Cross TEC Review of the Genetic Test for Long QT Syndrome: http://www.bcbs.com/betterknowledge/tec/vols/22/22_09.html

http://www.healthinsuranceinfo.net/
The Georgetown University Health Policy Institute has written Consumer Guides for Getting and Keeping Health Insurance for every state and the District of Columbia. The Guides summarize your protections in your state. They also publish periodic online newsletters and issue consumer alerts for specific insurance companies.

"A Consumer's Guide to Handling Disputes with your Employer or Private Health Plan"
http://www.kff.org/consumerguide

The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation and Consumers Union have developed "A Consumer's Guide to Handling Disputes with your Employer or Private Health Plan." This guide will help you understand the type of coverage you have, what rules apply if you have a dispute with your insurance company, and where to call for more information.

http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/
Insure Kids Now! is a national campaign to link the nation's 10 million uninsured children-from birth to age 18-to free and low-cost state health insurance. Find you own state's insurance program for children through this Web site or call the toll-free hotline 1-877-KIDS-NOW

http://www.healthcarecoach.com/index.php
HealthCareCoach.com is packed with facts and do-it-yourself tips on everything from health insurance to patient care - to help you help yourself. Developed by an independent, non-profit group of health law specialists.

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