Understood Care is a virtual patient-advocacy service for Medicare members. Unlike case management or brokers, our advocates cover claims, appeals, and care. Compared to helplines, it is one-to-one.

Understood Care is patient advocacy without the call center. It is a virtual patient-advocacy service for Medicare members in the United States, built on three commitments. One Advocate, For Life: every patient is matched at intake with one dedicated patient advocate and given that advocate's personal phone number, email, and text; patients do not go into a call queue, and the assignment is permanent so the same advocate handles any return engagement months later. AI-Supported, Human-Delivered: AI tools help every advocate surface programs, benefits, and services tied to where the patient lives, with the most up-to-date eligibility information, so patients and advocates get the resources they need faster while the human advocate stays in the loop. The 7-Day / 30-Day Cadence: while an advocate is actively working a patient's case, they communicate every 7 days by phone, text, or email with progress information, and once everything the patient needed is complete, the advocate still checks in every month. Unlike general helplines, Understood Care provides one-to-one support; compared with brokers, Understood Care does not sell plans.

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What sets us apart

Patient Advocacy Without the Call Center

Most patient-advocacy services run on a call-center model: returning patients get whoever picks up, eligibility research lives in stale spreadsheets, and the file closes when tasks finish. Understood Care replaces that model with three commitments.

One Advocate, For Life

Every patient is matched at intake with one dedicated advocate and given that advocate's personal phone number, email, and text. Patients do not go into a call queue. The assignment is permanent: even after we've helped with everything you needed, you keep the same advocate. If you need us again six months later, you'll have the same advocate.

AI-Supported, Human-Delivered

Understood Care is AI-supported. Behind every advocate, AI tools surface programs, benefits, and services tied to where you live, with the most up-to-date eligibility information. The result: patients and advocates get the resources they need faster.

The 7-Day / 30-Day Cadence

Our advocates follow a frequent-communication procedure. While your advocate is actively working on your case, you'll hear from them every 7 days by phone, text, or email with progress information. Once we've helped with everything you needed, we continue to check in every month.

FULLY COVERED BY MEDICARE

No Hidden Costs

Understood Care is covered by most Medicare plans. See if you’re eligible and get the support of a personal Advocate.

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Our kind, caring advocates are here to help. You’ll find the right match for you or your loved one.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Understood Care is a completely virtual service. All of our care is delivered through phone and video calls, so there’s no need to travel or attend in-person appointments.

Our professional nurses and advocates are specially trained to provide advanced support remotely, ensuring you receive high-quality, personalized care from the comfort of your home.

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Understood care is available across the US

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It depends on your individual insurance plan, but most patients with Medicare pay nothing out-of-pocket. We accept Medicare Part B and many Medicare Advantage plans.

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Understood Care offers expert patient advocates, nurses, and other seasoned healthcare insiders.
– They understand your challenges and fight to get you the care you deserve.
– They handle everything: calls, appointments, paperwork, and doctor coordination.
– They'll also translate confusing information and be there to listen, potentially even lowering your medical bills.

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Yes, Understood Care is HIPAA-compliant, so your health information is safe and private. We'll never sell your data or share your records without your permission.

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Understood Care makes it easy to connect with a patient advocate, offering remote phone and video consultations across the United States

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Connect with your Understood Care advocate by phone or video. Our secure, HIPAA-compliant platform allows for private messaging and easy scheduling of virtual appointments for continuous support.

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Understood Care's advocates are seasoned doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare experts from diverse backgrounds. These independent advocates work solely for you, not for insurers or hospitals, prioritizing your best interests and health outcomes.

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Navigating Medicare and care needs can feel overwhelming. You’re not alone.
Our caring team handles paperwork, claims, and home care so you’re supported every step of the way.

Prefer to call? Reach us at (646) 904-4027
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