Legal & Practical Issues for the Cancer Community

Father and son affected by southern California fires look for steps and What to do after a wildfire evacuation

13 Jan Resources for Those Affected by the Southern California Wildfires

Posted at 14:31h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Our heart is with those in the Southern California area who have been and still are being affected by the California wildfires. And, our gratitude is with the firefighters and first responders who are working to keep people, their homes, and their business safe. We are sharing...

Person holds Revlimid pills that may not be covered by Medicare or Medicare Advantage plan

02 Dec Time-Sensitive Information for People with Medicare Who Take Revlimid

Posted at 13:22h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

December 2, 2025 People across the U.S. are experiencing significant difficulty finding Medicare Part D plans that include Revlimid on their 2025 formularies. The formulary is the list of drugs that are covered by a plan. This may be a problem not only if you’re searching...

Be prepared for the ACA marketplace, or "Obamacare," open enrollment period for health insurance

09 Oct What’s New and What To Watch For in the Upcoming ACA Open Enrollment Period

Posted at 09:15h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

October 8, 2024 Julie Appleby, KFF Health News It’s that time of year again: In most states, the Affordable Care Act’s annual open enrollment season for health plans begins Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15. Current enrollees who do not update their information or select an...

Conference helps cancer patients learn tips for using health insurance and how to manage stress

03 Oct Triage Cancer Hosts Final 2024 Conference

Posted at 10:00h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

October 2024 Triage Cancer is offering a FREE educational conference on Friday, October 25, & Saturday, October 26. Learn about key tips and tricks to help you navigate complex issues, reduce the financial burden of cancer, and manage stress. What Topics Are Covered? The Triage Cancer Conference includes sessions...

People evacuate and need to use medicare during a natural disaster or emergency

20 Aug Accessing Medicare During a Natural Disaster

Posted at 08:00h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

More and more in recent years, all areas of the United States are being affected by severe storms and deadly, expensive natural disasters like floods, heat waves, wildfires, hurricanes, and tornadoes. One thing that is essential during times of disasters or emergencies is being able to...

DACA immigration recipient buys health insurance after a change in healthcare Marketplace eligibility

13 Aug DACA Recipients Now Eligible to Buy Marketplace Plans

Posted at 08:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

Starting November 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will allow individuals with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status to sign up for State Marketplace health insurance plans. What is DACA? The DACA policy, established in 2012, protects children and young adults from...

Person calculates for medicaid spend down program, or medically needy program

06 Aug What are Medicaid Spend Down Programs?

Posted at 08:00h in Medicaid by Triage Cancer

Medicaid is a federal program that provides health insurance coverage to qualified individuals, such as individuals or families with lower incomes. Medicaid is administered at the state level and states can apply to the federal government for waivers, to customize their programs. For example, some...

What to do if your healthcare provider leaves Medicare Advantage and learn what is medicare advantage?

23 Jul Medicare Advantage Plan No Longer Covers Your Health Care Provider? Learn What to Do!

Posted at 08:00h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

If you have a Medicare Advantage plan and it no longer covers your health care provider(s), you may be wondering what your options are. Read this blog to learn more about what you can do, and when. What are the Parts of Medicare? Medicare coverage is broken...

Two people shake hands after accepting a disability friendly job from Schedule A hiring

16 Jul Federal “Schedule A” Hiring Programs for People with Disabilities

Posted at 08:00h in Employment by Triage Cancer

Job searching for people with disabilities can feel daunting. However, a job within the federal government could be easier to attain for those with disabilities through a program called “Schedule A” Hiring. If you are a person with a disability and are seeking work, this blog...

Woman searches for financial assistance through grants or crowdfunding that may affect her Medicaid or SSI

09 Jul How Financial Assistance Can Impact Your Government Benefits

Posted at 08:00h in Disability Insurance by Triage Cancer

Cancer is expensive. And, it is common for people to need financial help to pay for the cost of care and daily living expenses, and to help offset the loss of wages when taking time off work. But, if you are getting financial help, like through...