Understood Care
Care advocates help you manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with a clear plan, organized follow ups, and everyday support so breathing and recovery feel more manageable.
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Getting to a medical appointment might seem like a simple task, but for many people, transportation can be a barrier to receiving timely and consistent care. Whether you have limited mobility, no access to a vehicle, or simply need help understanding your options, Understood Care is here to help. Our advocates work with you to find and schedule transportation that meets your specific needs, making sure you feel supported, safe, and confident every step of the way.
A Critical Link in Your Care
Missing or delaying medical appointments can affect your health and interrupt your care plan. Our team understands how important it is to arrive on time and without added stress. That is why your advocate takes the time to understand your situation and explore all transportation options available to you. We consider distance, cost, mobility needs, and coverage to find a solution that works. This may include ride services, community-based programs, caregiver support, or specialized medical transport.
Finding the Right Fit
Not all transportation solutions are the same. Some people may need curb-to-curb assistance, while others require vehicles that are wheelchair accessible or the presence of a caregiver during travel. Your advocate helps identify the most appropriate option based on your needs and schedule. We also help you check what transportation may be covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or your insurance so you can avoid unexpected expenses.
Coordinating the Details
One of the most helpful things we do is take care of the logistics. This includes scheduling rides, confirming pickup times, and making sure any special instructions are communicated to the service provider. If your appointment changes, we will help reschedule transportation to match. Your advocate handles these tasks so you can stay focused on your care without the added burden of managing travel.
Supporting Independence and Routine
Reliable transportation does more than take you to your appointment. It helps you stay on track with your care, maintain independence, and reduce missed or rescheduled visits. Whether you need help getting to a one-time appointment or want to set up transportation for recurring care, we are here to make it easier and more dependable.
A Partner You Can Count On
With Understood Care, you are not managing transportation challenges on your own. Your advocate is here to listen, understand your concerns, and help you find a solution that works for your life. We know how to navigate the healthcare and transportation systems, and we are here to ensure you always have a safe and reliable way to get where you need to go.
We explain spirometry results, GOLD stages, and what they mean for daily care. Your advocate helps you use inhalers correctly including SABA, LABA, LAMA, ICS, and triple therapy, set up spacers or nebulizers, and create a written flare plan that is easy to follow.
We help you spot triggers and early warning signs such as more cough, thicker mucus, or lower oxygen. Your plan can include when to start rescue inhalers, when to call for oral steroids or antibiotics, and how to use a pulse oximeter. We set reminders for vaccines and teach breathing techniques such as pursed lip and diaphragmatic breathing.
Your advocate connects primary care, pulmonology, pharmacy, and pulmonary rehab so everyone works from the same plan. We schedule visits, track imaging and tests, organize after visit summaries, and keep a simple checklist for refills, equipment supplies, and next steps.
We guide oxygen evaluation and titration, arrange delivery, portability, and backup supplies, and coordinate equipment maintenance. At home we help with energy conservation, shower chair and mobility aids, and fall prevention. If sleep apnea is suspected we help you get testing and CPAP setup.
We handle referrals and authorizations for inhalers, oxygen, and rehab, explain coverage, and review bills for accuracy. Your advocate looks for ways to lower out of pocket costs and organizes paperwork so approvals and renewals stay on track.
We support smoking cessation efforts, nutrition that maintains strength, safe activity plans, and pacing for daily tasks. Caregivers receive coaching on safe transfers, medication routines, and how to respond during a flare. We check in regularly so you feel encouraged and not alone.
To talk with an advocate, call 646 396 0527 or book at https://app.understoodcare.com/
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We pair you with a dedicated care advocate who is the right fit for your needs. Working closely with trusted doctors, your advocate is by your side every step of the way making sure you get the care, answers, and support you deserve, when you need it most.