What Does the Texas Ruling Against the ACA Mean for the Cancer Community? In a potential threat to the cancer community, on Friday night, just hours before the end of Marketplace open enrollment, a Texas judge ruled that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. What does...
At Triage Cancer, we know that one of the most effective ways to lower your out-of-pocket medical costs is to make sure that you have adequate health insurance that meets your individual needs. Resources We have a number of resources available to help you figure out your...
A lot has happened over the last few weeks at both the national and state levels. These are just a few highlights of topics that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: ACA Lawsuit:Next week, a lawsuit will be heard by...
Written by Michelle Andrews Kaiser Health News This week, I answer questions from readers who are concerned about Medicare and insurance for long-term care. Q: Can getting a genetic test interfere with being able to buy long-term-care insurance in the future? If you do get a plan, can...
Americans who receive their health insurance through Medicare may want to purchase extra coverage through a Medigap policy. But your ability to buy a Medigap policy depends on where you live. One in four people with Medicare also have supplemental Medigap coverage to help cover their co-pays,...
The biggest challenge for those who are trying to access Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, to help replace their wages because of their inability to work based on their medical condition, is that there is a huge backlog of applications and appeals. A recent...
It has been a busy summer in the capitols and courts across the country. Here are some highlights of topics that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: On July 10th, the President issues an Executive Order that now allows Administrative Law...
The bipartisan Cancer Care Planning and Communications (CCPC) Act was recently introduced and we believe this could be revolutionary for cancer patients to receive the care they deserve. The Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act would ensure that cancer patients receive a written plan beyond diagnosis;...
For veterans, both young and old, there are many healthcare options. A veteran may decide to seek medical care through available programs at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA)hospitals and clinics, or go to doctors and hospitals open for the general public and not based...
Social Security Column By Essie L. Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area What kind of questions do you and your friends ask about Social Security? When do my benefits arrive? What are Social Security work credits, and do they have anything to do...