Julie Appleby, KFF Health News April 2, 2024 Some consumers covered by Affordable Care Act insurance plans are being switched from one plan to another without their express permission, potentially leaving them unable to see their doctors or fill prescriptions. Some face large IRS bills...
If you are looking to join a cancer support community, attend the 2024 Triage CancerConference! It will cover a wide array of important cancer-related topics, such as help withhealth insurance, disability insurance, employment rights, getting organized, planning ahead,and more. When is the Triage Cancer Conference? The 2024...
Do you get health insurance coverage through your employer? Do you know if your employer-sponsored health insurance plan is insured or self-insured? Do you know thedifference? Do you know why it matters? You should. But if you don’t, you are not alone. Most people don’t. This blog explains...
In order to buy a plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace, someone must (1) live in the United States; (2) be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, or be lawfully present in the U.S.; and (3) not be incarcerated. If you are a U.S. “resident”...
How is Medicare Part D Coverage of Vaccines Changing? Why does a bill called the Inflation Reduction Act impact the cancer community, and how does that relate to Medicare Part D coverage of vaccines? Keep reading to find out! What is the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022? In...
Veterans can now use their VA Health and Benefits mobile application (“app”) to refill their prescriptions (Rx)! What is the VA Health and Benefits mobile app? The VA Health and Benefits mobile app is the official app provided by the VA. It allows Veterans to easily manage...
Medicare coverage is broken up into different parts. Part A covers your care when you are hospitalized. Part B coverage includes out-patient care, doctors visits, and preventive services. Part D covers most prescription drugs. You must pay a monthly premium for Medicare Part B and Part...
This blog covers the latest news you need about new state legislation, laws, and programs that may impact the cancer community. We have information on health insurance coverage for biomarker testing, fertility preservation, oral chemo, and Medicaid expansion. State Updates As of 8/1/23, employers in Louisiana...
After a cancer diagnosis, you may find it challenging to balance your health needs and work responsibilities. If you’re finding it difficult to work, know that you have options, whether it’s getting accommodations, taking time off, going out on disability, or to stop working entirely. Whatever...
Making sure that you have adequate health insurance that covers the care that you need is only step one. You also need to know how to use your insurance, so that you don’t pay more for your care than you need to. A good example of...