Help Paying for Treatment Without Insurance

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TW

Community Member

a year ago

what type of resouces are there to help pay for treatment? My employer does not offer health insurance I was granted temporary Medicaid for only the first 2 months after my diagnosis now they're telling me that I don't qualify for Medicaid at all so now I'm afraid and confused as to what might happen if I can't pay for this treatment. Any suggestions please and thank you

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There are several resources that can help cover cancer treatment costs when insurance options are limited. Many hospitals have financial assistance programs or charity care that can significantly reduce bills, and pharmaceutical companies often offer patient assistance programs for expensive medications. Cancer-specific organizations like the American Cancer Society, CancerCare, and local cancer centers frequently provide grants or can connect patients with additional funding sources. Reaching out to a hospital social worker or financial counselor can be especially helpful - they know the specific programs available in your area and can guide you through applications for various forms of assistance.

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IW

Community Member

6 months ago

Hello there and I applied for united healthcare just before I got my diagnosis and my social worker at the clinic has been an amazing support and help

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PC

Community Member

6 months ago

Hello I've Google some information. Please contact The Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) provides education, legal counseling and referrals to cancer patients and survivors concerning managed care, insurance, financial issues, job discrimination and debt management. Visit www.patientadvocate.org or call 800-532-5274 for more information. Please keep me up to date.

PC

Community Member

6 months ago

Additional information Oncology social workers understand the issues about insurance that make obtaining treatment even more difficult. Call 800-813-HOPE (4673) and speak with a CancerCare professional oncology social worker who can help you explore your insurance options. They can help navigate these resources and help in other ways.

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

There are several resources that can help cover cancer treatment costs when insurance options are limited. Many hospitals have financial assistance programs or charity care that can significantly reduce bills, and pharmaceutical companies often offer patient assistance programs for expensive medications. Cancer-specific organizations like the American Cancer Society, CancerCare, and local cancer centers frequently provide grants or can connect patients with additional funding sources. Reaching out to a hospital social worker or financial counselor can be especially helpful - they know the specific programs available in your area and can guide you through applications for various forms of assistance.

Help Paying for Treatment Without Insurance

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