08 Jul Learn About Your Legal Rights After a Cancer Diagnosis with Short, Easy Videos
July 8, 2025 ~ A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming—not only emotionally and physically, but also legally and financially. Questions about work, insurance, Medicare, estate planning, and medical bills can feel daunting. That’s why Triage Cancer created a library of short, animated videos that make it easier to understand your rights and options.
These videos are designed to give you a quick, clear overview of essential topics, including:
- Health insurance and coverage basics
- Managing medical bills
- Work accommodations and employee rights
- Medicare cancer coverage
- Clinical trials
- Estate planning
Each video is only about five minutes long, perfect for watching during a break or sharing with someone who’s just beginning their cancer journey.
Who Can Benefit from These Videos?
While the videos are created for people diagnosed with cancer, they’re also valuable for:
- Caregivers navigating care and logistics
- Health care professionals supporting patients
- Anyone living with a serious or chronic illness
These short videos about cancer rights are available in English and Spanish, with many offering Tagalog subtitles. Estate planning videos are also available in Japanese.
Health Insurance
Wondering “What does my health insurance cover after a cancer diagnosis?” These award-winning videos explain:
- How to choose the right health plan
- Understanding deductibles, out-of-pocket limits, and networks
- How to file appeals if coverage is denied
Managing Medical Bills
Cancer care is expensive. These videos offer practical tips to:
- Lower out-of-pocket costs
- Understand medical bills and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs)
- Negotiate with providers and insurance companies
Medicare
Navigating Medicare during or after a cancer diagnosis? These videos cover:
- Medicare Parts A, B, C & D
- Enrollment timelines and eligibility
- How to choose the best Medicare plan for cancer care
Work & Cancer
Should you work during treatment? What rights do you have if you need time off? Learn about:
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- How to request reasonable accommodations
Estate Planning & Medical Decision-Making
Planning ahead doesn’t have to be intimidating. These videos cover:
- How to create a will
- Powers of attorney and advance directives
- Free estate planning resources for cancer patients
Clinical Trials
Considering a cancer clinical trial? Learn how to:
- Find a trial that fits your treatment goals
- Understand the cost and insurance implications
- Evaluate your rights as a participant
Survivorship Care Plans
When treatment ends, your journey continues. Learn how to:
- Build a personalized survivorship care plan
- Manage follow-up care and screenings
- Stay organized and empowered post-treatment
Share These Free Resources
Triage Cancer’s entire animated video library is free to access. Please share these videos with your patients, loved ones, or community. If you'd like to link to them from your organization’s website, reach out to us at info@TriageCancer.org for permission.
About Triage Cancer
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit providing free education to people diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, and health care professionals on cancer-related legal and practical issues. Through events, materials, and resources, Triage Cancer is dedicated to helping people move beyond diagnosis.
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