Hi. Has anyobe recieved financial help from government, or organizations?

christald21
christald21 Member Posts: 55
in Breast Cancer #1

hi. Just wanted to see if anyone has had help to pay for co pays. I have a pretty high deductible which has been met.  But miw i have to meet out if pocket another 3600 before they cover 100%  i did find organization to help. But i am not sure i qualify. I have stage 2 breast and in lymph nodes. So doctor says stage 3 but very local.  Woukd i qualify.  ?

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  • Rague
    Rague Member Posts: 3,653 Member
    #2
    Don't know - apply and find out.

    There is no way I (or anyone else) can know IF you are eligible for any government or private organization funding.  Apply and you will find out if you do qualify.

    Have you talked with the Financial Dept. or BC Navigator at your Center - they can help.  

    It is my understanding that if nodes are involved it will be Stage III.  Stage is determined at surgery.  

    If Drs are saying StageIII, why are you saying Stage II?  What type of BC are you - DCIS/IDC/ILC/IBC?

     

  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
    #3
    Rague said:

    Don't know - apply and find out.

    There is no way I (or anyone else) can know IF you are eligible for any government or private organization funding.  Apply and you will find out if you do qualify.

    Have you talked with the Financial Dept. or BC Navigator at your Center - they can help.  

    It is my understanding that if nodes are involved it will be Stage III.  Stage is determined at surgery.  

    If Drs are saying StageIII, why are you saying Stage II?  What type of BC are you - DCIS/IDC/ILC/IBC?

     

    Hi

    ot had been my understanding that income and your financial situation are more important than your stage. Talk to your clinical social worker .

    good luck

  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #4
    New Flower said:

    Hi

    ot had been my understanding that income and your financial situation are more important than your stage. Talk to your clinical social worker .

    good luck

    Have you Tried .... ??

     1-800-227-2345 number for the ACS to ask about getting a pamphlet on nutrition while taking chemo and talked to the most wonderful person on the other end.   The number of services you get from them is tremendous...transportation, financial help with rent or food or ???

     

    Hoping this helps ..

    Vicki Sam

  • GABBY1580
    GABBY1580 Member Posts: 1 Member
    #5
    Go to

    Go to Breastcancerfreebies.com  there are lots of things you can get help with including a few sites that will give you a free wig and/or scarf/turban.  Also, Cancercare.com will also help financially but you have to apply and see if you're elegible.  DrIhatepink.com will also send you a free scarf.

  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #6
    GABBY1580 said:

    Go to

    Go to Breastcancerfreebies.com  there are lots of things you can get help with including a few sites that will give you a free wig and/or scarf/turban.  Also, Cancercare.com will also help financially but you have to apply and see if you're elegible.  DrIhatepink.com will also send you a free scarf.

    any updates ???

    Have you found out any organization (s) or agencies that can help you ?  

    Please check in when possible - .. We are thinking about you

    Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.

     

    Vicki Samaduroff

  • nanacin
    nanacin Member Posts: 9
    #7
    co-pay help

    Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Fund Program. It is for breast cancer only. I applied for it and was approved. They paid my $40 co-pay for each chemo treatment after my insurance paid. You can find the program on-line and complete an application . It is worth checking out. Good luck!

     

  • LouisaP
    LouisaP Member Posts: 62
    #8
    nanacin said:

    co-pay help

    Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Fund Program. It is for breast cancer only. I applied for it and was approved. They paid my $40 co-pay for each chemo treatment after my insurance paid. You can find the program on-line and complete an application . It is worth checking out. Good luck!

     

    My nurse navigator gave me

    My nurse navigator gave me forms from some organizations to fill out. I did get money from 2 of them. Some are based on income. Mine were since I already am on disability for another reason. Apply if they give you any forms. All that will happen is that the organization will say no. Thats a very high deductible so I think there are organizations that may help you.

  • msnate95
    msnate95 Member Posts: 1 *
    #9

    How do I get help with financial help on hotel stay while I have breast surgery?

  • CSNSupportTeam
    CSNSupportTeam admin Posts: 225
    #10

    Hello msnate95,

    Please contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 or through our website chat service on www.cancer.org to find out about assistance programs for breast cancer patients. Our cancer information specialists will be available to help you at any time of the day via phone, and Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 6:30 PM CST on chat. 

    Best regards,

    Anne

    CSN Support Team

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