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14 ResourcesResources Finding SpecialistsFinding Specialists American Academy of Neurology patients.aan.comfindaneurologist Select Multiple Sclerosis as the subspecialty and select your country and state to find MS experts near you. Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers mscare.org The CMSC is the credentialing agency for MS certified specialists individuals with a demonstrated expertise in MS from a variety of fields including physical and occupational therapy psychology social work and other licensed fields of care. American Physical Therapy Association apta.orgfindapt The APTAs physical therapist search tool allows you to narrow your search to PTs who have experience working with neurological diseases. Call the particular therapists office to find out if their experience includes working with persons with MS. Insurance Claims and AppealsInsurance Claims and Appeals Your Rights Under the ACA healthcare.gov Healthcare.gov explains your rights and details the process for internal and external appeals. From the Get Answers menu select UsingYour Health Insurance Coverage under Health Insurance Essentials then Appealing an Insurance Company Decision. Further links as you read the material will guide you to detailed information about the process. Your Rights Under Medicare medicare.govclaims-and-appeals Medicare.gov explains the specific appeals process for Medicare Medicare Health Plans and Medicare prescription drug coverage. Patient Advocate Foundation patientadvocate.org The PAF is a national nonprofit organization that provides professional case management services to individuals with chronic illnesses. PAF case managers can serve as liaisons between you and your insurer or provider.