Tomorrow (August 12, 2022), the U.S. House of Representatives will vote to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which was passed by the Senate on Saturday. If it passes, as expected, the President has stated that he will quickly sign it. Why does a bill called...
If someone needs to take time off from work for a serious medical condition, or to care for a family member, they may have a few options. What is the FMLA? The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that allows eligible employees to...
Navigating the legal and practical issues that most people encounter after a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Triage Cancer takes complex topics, like health insurance, and breaks them down into easy-to-understand terms, in the form of free Quick Guides, Checklists, & Worksheets. All materials are created...
Today, we celebrate the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. The ADA is a federal law that protects eligible individuals with disabilities against discrimination. Title I of the ADA provides protections...
You’ve looked through our free materials and resources, and attended events, but you still have questions. Now what? There is one free resource you may have missed! Triage Cancer’s free Legal & Financial Navigation Program provides one-on-one assistance to individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, and...
Here is the latest news you need about laws and programs that may impact the cancer community, including health insurance options, medical debt, and paid sick leave. Federal Updates Do you receive health care through the VA? The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) released a VA...
Understanding the U.S. health care system, health insurance, disability insurance, and managing finances, is confusing on a good day. But when the need to understand these topics is amplified by a serious medical condition like cancer, there is even more to unpack. The consequences of...
If you’re an avid traveler, Amazon user, or enjoy maximizing benefits when you are shopping, you may be part of loyalty rewards programs. You may be earning airline miles; hotel, rental car, and gas rewards; points on a credit card; shopping rewards from various stores;...
We’re sharing some key tips to help you receive the care you need if your health insurance company denies coverage for your medical care. At some point during cancer treatment, you may experience a denial of coverage from an insurance company, whether for an imaging...
Are you about to become eligible for Medicare? It’s very important to understand when to enroll and make changes to your coverage. If you miss deadlines, you may be paying lifetime penalties. On April 22, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a...