Episode 21 : Denied Doesn’t Mean No: How to Access Advanced COPD Treatments and Navigate Insurance Barriers

Jonnie Korinko (Respiratory Therapist & Educator) and Amanda Atkinson (Registered Nurse & Patient Access Specialist) discuss how to overcome common barriers when accessing advanced COPD treatments and therapies.

Key Takeaways:

Use your entire care team Respiratory therapists, nurses, pharmacists, and community programs can help navigate barriers. Ask direct questions Ask about delays, denials, specialty pharmacy processes, and financial support options. Track your symptoms Documentation can support insurance approvals. Follow up regularly Staying engaged is advocacy, not bothering your care team. Trust the process Barriers don’t mean you’re out of options.