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The National Patient Advocate Foundation, the advocacy affiliate of the Patient Advocate Foundation, represents the patient voice by articulating the powerful stories of individuals and the collective needs of the community. Our staff and volunteers work at the local, regional and national level to promote access to affordable, quality health care for people with chronic, debilitating or life-threatening illnesses. 

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Our guides don't just tell you what health insurance is - they show you how to choose your plan. Here are all the things to consider so you can save money in 2021 on health care.

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Prevent Discrimination Against the LGBTQ Community

Every person regardless of their race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability should be given equal access to timely, quality, comprehensive health care without discrimination. We urge the court to reject the administration’s drastic and damaging rule change and protect patients as intended by the health care law.

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Access to Health Insurance Minimized My Healthcare Disparities

It was after my experience with selecting an insurance plan on the Marketplace that I realized just how important the ACA is to my health.

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Preserve Transparency by Keeping Healthcare.gov

A last minute maneuver by the Trump Administration could eliminate healthcare.gov and increase bureaucratic barriers for those wishing to purchase individual plans.

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Patient Congress highlights the need for navigation assistance

Patient Congress was held on September 23-25, bringing together nearly 100 volunteers, advocacy partners and stakeholders virtually with Patient Advocate Foundation and NPAF staff.

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