Phoenix Health CompassAdvocacy Center
Resource Directory
The organizations that can actually help — in one place.
Every listing goes to a primary source: a federal or state agency, an established national nonprofit, or a professional body. No affiliate links, no lead generation.
- Government agenciesCMS — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid ServicesMedicare and Medicaid rules, coverage, quality data, and No Surprises billing protections.
- Government agenciesMedicare.govBeneficiary-facing coverage, appeals, and care compare tools.
- Government agenciesMedicaid.govState Medicaid programs, eligibility, and appeal rights.
- Government agenciesHHS Office for Civil RightsFile HIPAA privacy, records access, and civil rights complaints.
- Government agenciesHealthCare.govMarketplace coverage, appeals, and special enrollment periods.
- Government agenciesCDCInfection prevention, sepsis, vaccines, and public health guidance.
- Government agenciesNIHBiomedical research, clinical trials, and condition information.
- Government agenciesFDADrug and device safety, recalls, and adverse event reporting.
- Government agenciesMedlinePlusPlain-language health information from the National Library of Medicine.
- Government agenciesAHRQPatient safety tools, question builders, and quality research.
- Government agenciesDOL EBSA — Benefits advisorsFree help with employer health plan denials and ERISA rights.
- Government agenciesADA.govDisability access rights in health care and public accommodations.
- Government agenciesUSA.gov — State consumer protectionConsumer protection and attorney general offices by state.
- Government agenciesHHS Office of Inspector GeneralReport suspected Medicare or Medicaid fraud.
- Government agenciesHRSA — Find a health centerFederally qualified health centers with sliding-scale fees.
- NonprofitsThe Joint CommissionAccreditation standards and patient safety event reporting.
- NonprofitsQuality CheckLook up whether a facility is accredited and view its performance.
- NonprofitsSepsis AllianceSepsis education, survivor support, and awareness resources.
- NonprofitsAmputee CoalitionLimb loss education, peer support, and advocacy.
- NonprofitsPatient Advocate FoundationFree case management for insurance denials, debt, and access barriers.
- NonprofitsNational Patient Advocate FoundationPolicy advocacy for affordable, equitable access to care.
- NonprofitsInstitute for Healthcare ImprovementPatient safety improvement resources and family engagement tools.
- Professional organizationsFSMB — State medical boardsDirectory of every state medical board and complaint portal.
- Professional organizationsDocInfoPhysician license and disciplinary lookup maintained by FSMB.
- Professional organizationsNCSBN — Boards of nursingDirectory of state nursing boards and license verification.
- Professional organizationsNABP — Boards of pharmacyState pharmacy board contacts and licensure information.
- Professional organizationsNAIC — State insurance departmentsEvery state insurance commissioner and consumer complaint route.
- Professional organizationsADA — Dental license lookup by stateDental licensure and state board resources.
- Rare diseaseNORD — National Organization for Rare DisordersRare disease information, patient assistance, and support networks.
- Rare diseaseGenetic and Rare Diseases Information CenterNIH information specialists for rare and genetic conditions.
- Rare diseaseGlobal GenesRare disease community, toolkits, and advocacy training.
- Rare diseaseClinicalTrials.govSearch registered clinical trials by condition and location.
- Mental health988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support in the United States.
- Mental healthSAMHSA — Find treatmentLocate mental health and substance use treatment near you.
- Mental healthNAMIEducation, support groups, and family programs for mental illness.
- Mental healthMental Health AmericaScreening tools and community mental health resources.
- Disability resourcesJob Accommodation Network (JAN)Free guidance on workplace accommodations for health conditions.
- Disability resourcesAdministration for Community LivingAging and disability services, including caregiver support programs.
- Disability resourcesEldercare LocatorConnect to local aging and disability resource centers.
- Disability resourcesDisability Rights — Protection & Advocacy networkFree legal advocacy agency in every state and territory.
- Disability resourcesSocial Security DisabilitySSDI and SSI applications, appeals, and work incentives.
- Veteran resourcesVA Health CareVA enrollment, care, and community care eligibility.
- Veteran resourcesVA Patient AdvocatesEvery VA facility has a patient advocate to resolve concerns.
- Veteran resourcesVeterans Crisis LineDial 988 then press 1 for 24/7 veteran crisis support.
- Veteran resourcesVA Board of Veterans' AppealsAppeal VA benefit and care decisions.
- Children's healthChildren's Hospital AssociationFind children's hospitals and pediatric specialty programs.
- Children's healthFamily VoicesFamily-led support for children with special health care needs.
- Children's healthHealthyChildren.org (AAP)Pediatric guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Support groupsSmart PatientsCondition-specific online communities for patients and caregivers.
- Support groupsInspireSupport communities organized by diagnosis.
- Support groupsFamily Caregiver AllianceCaregiver education, respite guidance, and state-by-state resources.
- Support groupsCaregiver Action NetworkPeer support and practical tools for family caregivers.
- Legal aidLawHelp.orgFind free legal aid programs by state and issue.
- Legal aidLegal Services Corporation — Find legal aidFederally funded civil legal aid directory.
- Legal aidNational Health Law ProgramHealth care rights advocacy for low-income individuals.
- Legal aidAmerican Bar Association — Free legal helpLawyer referral and pro bono resources.
- Transportation assistanceAngel Flight / Air Charity NetworkFree air transportation to distant medical treatment.
- Transportation assistanceMercy Medical AngelsGround and air transport assistance for medical appointments.
- Transportation assistanceMedicaid non-emergency medical transportationCovered rides to appointments for Medicaid enrollees.
- Financial assistanceNeedyMedsMedication assistance programs, discount cards, and diagnosis-based aid.
- Financial assistanceRxAssistPatient assistance program directory for prescription costs.
- Financial assistanceHealthWell FoundationCopay and premium assistance for specific conditions.
- Financial assistancePAN FoundationFinancial assistance funds for out-of-pocket treatment costs.
- Financial assistanceDollar For — Hospital charity careFree help applying for nonprofit hospital charity care.
- Financial assistanceBenefits.govScreen for federal benefit programs you may qualify for.
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