Managing the Cost of Cancer Care

Watch the Cancer.Net Video: Managing the Cost of Cancer Care, with Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum, MSW, adapted from this content.

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Introduction on the Costs of Cancer Care: Read an overview about the financial costs of cancer care in the United States, and why it’s important to talk openly with your health care team about them.

Understanding the Costs Related to Care: Learn more about what costs to expect, including both medical costs and non-medical expenses that can add up during your treatment and recovery.

Understanding the 2010 Health Reform Law: Review a summary of the changes made to health care insurance coverage rules due to a 2010 federal law.

Questions to Ask about Cost: Find a list of questions that can help start a conversation with your health care team about what specific costs you can expect and where to get help.

Financial Resources: Get a list of organizations that offer help for people with cancer facing financial challenges.

Health Insurance: Learn about different types of health insurance, including HMOs, PPOs, Medicare, and Medicaid.

Getting Organized: Find out some first steps to take in organizing the financial paperwork that comes with a cancer diagnosis.

Glossary of Cost-Related Terms: Use this list of glossary definitions to help you understand some of the common terms and acronyms related to the costs of cancer care.