Your health matters and you deserve the best outcome possible.
About BAHCA
Bay Area Health Care Advocates (BAHCA) advances the profession and practice of health care advocacy in Northern California with the goal of improving patient outcomes. In support of this goal, we
- Educate consumers on advocacy, decision-making support, informed consent, research, and navigating our health care system.
- Offer members professional development through educational programs and collegial support.
- Build the capacity of members to address health disparities and to counteract biased care, whenever and wherever we experience it.
- Uphold the Code of Ethics established by the National Association of Health Care Advocacy (NAHAC) in association with HealthAdvocateX, and the Patient Advocacy Certification Board.
Read our Equity Leadership Team Charter.
If you are looking for a health care advocate in Northern California, Find an Advocate.
What is a Health Care Advocate?
Health care advocates help patients and their families navigate complex medical situations. We know how the health care system works and how to make it work for you. You or a loved one will benefit from the expertise of a health care advocate if you need help
- Understanding a medical diagnosis
- Securing a second opinion
- Researching and locating the most suitable treatment options
- Getting your questions answered and needs met in medical appointments
- Tackling issues around insurance, medical billing, and appeals
- Identifying pathways of care from home health to assisted living
- Developing a personalized care plan
- End-of-life planning
If you are looking for a health care advocate in Northern California, Find an Advocate.