Practical Tips Archives

15 Dec Tips on Researching a New Doctor

Posted at 09:07h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

First, check to see if your doctor is included in your health insurance coverage. You can contact your insurance company to find out. You can also ask the doctor which health insurance plans they take. Second, consider checking if the doctor has any disciplinary records....

03 Nov Triage Cancer Animated Video Series: Now Available in English, Spanish, & Tagalog

Posted at 10:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Triage Cancer offers a series of animated videos that explain important topics for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. The videos are each about 5 minutes long and are now available in English and Spanish. You can also watch our videos with subtitles in...

22 Oct Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts 101

Posted at 08:39h in Finances, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

As many people are beginning their open enrollment season for benefits at their jobs, they may have questions about all of their various options. Two options that may be helpful for people to consider enrolling in are a Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings...

10 Sep Accessing Medical Records

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

Do you have a complete copy of your medical records? From all of your providers? If not, we can help! It is extremely important that individuals diagnosed with cancer have access to their medical records. Each health care provider who treats you has their own file of...

27 Aug Emergency Resources for the Cancer Community

Posted at 15:13h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

As communities across the country are being hit hard by fires and storms this week, our thoughts are with those who facing these challenges right now. We want to remind people of the importance of planning ahead for natural disasters and resources to help. Individuals diagnosed with...

11 Aug Sharing Your Cancer Diagnosis: You Have Options

Posted at 09:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Employment, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

The decision to share information about your medical condition with other people is a very personal decision. There are many reasons why someone would want to disclose their diagnosis, such as for support from their friends and family. But there are equally as many reasons why someone...

financial toxicity in cancer patients - cancer treatment toxicity or financial burden

22 Jan Financial Toxicity After a Cancer Diagnosis – It’s Impact & Factors

Posted at 13:38h in Finances, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Financial Toxicity Table Of Contents: What Is Financial Toxicity? Who Is Impacted By Financial Toxicity? What Factors Contribute To Financial Toxicity In Cancer Patients? What Is The Impact Of Financial Toxicity? Ways To Reduce Financial Toxicity Useful Resources References Cancer care is one of the costliest healthcare...

18 Apr Cancer Rights Law: The Book That Could Save Lives

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy, Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

What would you say if we told you we could hand you a combined 35 years-worth of knowledge and experience in Cancer Rights Law? Would you ask what Cancer Rights Law is? It’s an area of law that includes confusing topics like cancer employment, health insurance, Cancer...

11 Dec Every Day Is A Gift: Inspiration From A Prostate Cancer Survivor

Posted at 08:00h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

At Triage Cancer, we are proud to offer resources on the practical and legal issues that might arise during or after a cancer diagnosis. That includes hearing stories of hope and inspiration within the cancer community. David Meth, Prostate Cancer survivor, and author of “Every Day...

05 Jun Finding Help with the Cost of Medicine with NeedyMeds

Posted at 08:53h in Partners, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Every day more and more Americans are struggling to cover their medication costs, leading to difficult choices between paying for food, housing, or prescriptions. Uninsured Americans face the most difficulty, often looking at extremely high medical bills and expenses they must cover on their own....