
Insurance and Treatment Access
This section provides information on navigating insurance issues, oxygen access and more resources. Select a topic below to get started. To learn more about insurance and treatment access, visit PHA’s Online Insurance Guide.
Navigating Open Enrollment – Ask the Experts
In this webinar, Laura Nowicki, RN, and PHA staff answer insurance questions. Questions from this webinar were collected and will be added to a follow-up FAQ document to ensure as many questions are answered as possible.
Introduction to Open Enrollment – Medicare: Tips & Troubleshooting

Danielle Burkett, CMA, shares Medicare insights and her knowledge from working with insurance companies and specialty pharmacies for over seven years. Learn what experts wish their patients knew about Medicare and get tips on navigating common Medicare plan challenges.
Introduction to Open Enrollment – Medicare Overview

Danielle Burkett, CMA, covers the basics of Medicare and when Part A, B, C and D are used. Learn how to choose a Part D plan and understand your drug formulary. In addition, learn who needs Medicare Part C, also known as a Medicare Advantage plan.
Introduction to Open Enrollment
Jaeger Spratt discusses insurance 101 terms, provides open enrollment advice and important dates for 2022. Learn how to choose an insurance plan that works for you.
What is a HUB?
Mary Jo Marchi, BSN, RN, CCM, CCNE
How should I choose among my health insurance options?
Fran Rogers, MSN, CRNP
Will Medicare cover my PH medications?
Mary Knabe, RN, MSN
What are the different types of oxygen therapy?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
What is the process of qualifying for oxygen therapy?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
Do patients in all WHO Groups need oxygen, or only people with lung disease and PH?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
When does a clinician decide to put a patient on oxygen?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
What are the differences between CPAP, BiPAP and oxygen?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
What are some oxygen tips in case of an emergency (such as a power outage or natural disaster)?
Denise J. Lewis, RN, BSN
I’ve been prescribed supplemental oxygen. What do I need to know?
Nimi Tarango, RN, MS, NP-BC