Financial Support

Treating cancer is not cheap, and navigating the complex world of health insurance and financial assistance can be incredibly daunting for patients facing cancer diagnoses. By assisting patients in optimizing their insurance coverage and finding external assistance programs, financial navigators can help to alleviate the financial burden of treatment; as a result, they have undoubtedly become a central component to the delivery of quality cancer care. Read More ›

Specialty pharmacies and prior authorizations are unavoidable aspects of oncology care that often pose challenges for both patients and providers. However, standardization plays a crucial role in simplifying these complex processes, allowing for improved efficiency and optimal patient care, according to Jason Zimmerman, RN, OCN, Clinical Financial Facilitator, Trinity Health Saint Mary’s, Grand Rapids, MI. Standardization also facilitates seamless transitions between healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care even when someone is unable to perform their duties. Read More ›

With healthcare premiums on the rise and out-of-pocket costs skyrocketing, almost every person diagnosed with cancer is at risk for being underinsured, but this threat extends beyond a patient’s bank balance. Read More ›

Cancer care is not cheap, but for young adults with cancer, the cost of care goes far beyond medical bills, according to ­Samantha Watson, MBA, 2-time young adult cancer survivor and Co-Founder and CEO of the Samfund. Few resources in the United States are dedicated specifically to helping patients recover financially from cancer. Read More ›