Ascent Patient Advocates

An Independent Patient Advocate with Ascent Patient Advocates is dedicated to being your personal health guide—your support system, extra pair of ears, and trusted voice in healthcare—just like a caring family member or a knowledgeable friend, but backed by 25 years of medical experience to help you navigate every step of your healthcare journey.

• Decades of Experience – With 25 years in healthcare, including work as a nurse practitioner, we bring deep industry knowledge to patient advocacy.

• Healthcare Navigation – We help you understand complex medical systems, from insurance policies to specialist referrals, ensuring seamless access to care.

• Proactive Problem-Solving – With an expert eye for care coordination, we anticipate challenges, streamline processes, and empower you with solutions.

• Advocacy for Aging & Chronic Conditions – Whether managing long-term care decisions or navigating complex health concerns, we provide trusted guidance tailored to your needs.

• Strategic Care Planning – Our goal-oriented approach improves outcomes, reduces stress, and helps you take control of your healthcare journey.

• Personalized Support – We work for you, not your insurance company or doctor, ensuring your healthcare needs come first.

• Listening to You – Your priorities matter. We make sure your voice is heard and respected in medical decisions.

• Asking the Right Questions – We know which critical questions to ask—ones you might not think of—to ensure you have all the information to make informed choices.

• Clear Communication – We translate complex medical information into simple, understandable language.

• Resource Guidance – Need specialists or community resources? We help you navigate options to achieve your health goals.

• Expertise & Advocacy – With deep industry knowledge, we clarify and explain the information provided by your healthcare team, helping you understand your choices.

We’re here to support, guide, and empower you in navigating healthcare decisions with confidence. While we do not provide legal, financial, or medical advice, prescribe medications, or replace your healthcare team, we do offer compassionate advocacy, personalized healthcare coordination, and resources to help you make informed choices. Our role is to ensure you feel heard, understood, and equipped with the information you need to make the best decisions for yourself or your loved ones.

We’ve had the privilege of working alongside doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses, building strong relationships based on mutual respect and shared goals—with YOU at the center! By supporting our clients, we also enhance the experience for healthcare providers, improving communication, efficiency, and overall care.

Support — Clarity — Valuable Information—our commitment to empowering patients and strengthening the healthcare journey for all.

If we both agree that Ascent Patient Advocates is the right fit, we’ll collect payment and schedule one of the following:

Comprehensive Intake Consultation – A deep dive into your situation, health, and goals. We’ll present a proposed care plan with services and estimated costs. This typically takes 2-3 hours and involves 1-2 visits.

60-Minute Personal Advocacy Session – Focused support for a specific health situation or condition. Get your questions answered and learn practical tips for advocating effectively—whether for yourself or a loved one.

Both options include personalized guidance tailored to your unique needs.

If we’re not the right fit, we’ll do our best to connect you with the expert who can help.

You’ll receive notes and handouts from our time together, ensuring you have key takeaways and resources at your fingertips. If you need additional health advocacy services, we can arrange further support or simply be here whenever you need us.

• You’ll receive an Advocacy Services Assessment and Estimate including goals, services, estimated time required, and costs of services.

• Service type options include one-time, short-term, long-term, or as-needed services.

• Fees are charged hourly, flat fee, or on a care plan basis, depending on the type of service.

• Once we’ve agreed on the details, we’ll sign the contract and collect prepayment. Then, we’ll begin working toward achieving your goals outlined in your personalized care plan, providing tailored support every step of the way.

• Periodically, we’ll review your personalized care plan together and make any necessary adjustments.

• You will receive a monthly invoice outlining services and fees.

• We’ll connect via your preferred method of communication regularly.

• The majority of insurance plans do not cover patient advocacy services.

• Some Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) may reimburse advocacy-related expenses if tied to medical care. Long-term care insurance and Medicaid waiver programs sometimes cover care coordination. Certain employee-sponsored caregiving stipends and workers’ compensation insurance may provide advocacy support.

• Check with your provider or employer to determine eligibility.

We are committed to providing personalized support tailored to your unique needs. Our services are led by an experienced patient advocate—a former healthcare provider (nurse practitioner) with 25 years of healthcare experience. With deep industry knowledge and firsthand insight into the complexities of healthcare, we help you navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and advocate for the best possible outcomes.

• Discovery Call: Free 20-minute session to explore how Sarah can support you.

• 60-Minute Personal Advocacy Session: $150-$200 per hour.

• Healthcare Coordination, Patient Advocacy, Expert Guidance, & Medical Navigation: Starting at $75 per hour, customized support based on your specific needs.

• Pro Bono Services: Limited availability for those in need—please reach out to discuss options.

Every situation is different, and we are happy to explore options that best meet your needs. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, reach out—we’d love to help.

If you need interpreter support, please email Sarah to discuss options. We’ll make every effort to support your needs and explore available options.

sarah@ascentpatientadvocates.com