Drug pricing

Lidia Schapira, MD, FASCO; 2015-2021 Cancer.Net Editor in Chief
November 2, 2017
Lidia Schapira, MD, FASCO

Having the Cancer Cost Conversation: 5 Places to Start

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More than ever, it’s important to have the conversation with your health care team about the cost of cancer care. In this month’s From the Editor’s Desk, Dr. Schapira discusses some people who could help you clarify your financial options.

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July 21, 2016
Samantha Watson, MBA, and Michelle Landwehr, MPH

Young Adults, Cancer, and Financial Stress: What Do We Do?

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Did you know that young adults especially struggle with the financial burdens of cancer care? Samantha Watson and Michelle Landwehr of The Samfund write about the challenges young adults face and what they can do about it.

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Financial Resources

The cost of cancer care may be a concern if you or a family member has been diagnosed with cancer. Because bills and debt can add up quickly, people may want to seek financial help soon after being diagnosed with cancer. Oncology social workers, case managers, doctors, and oncology nurses can help or provide referrals to support services and financial resources. Although coping with daily financial responsibilities may sometimes seem overwhelming, it is important not to let bills pile up and go unpaid.

Questions to Ask about Cost

Talking about your financial concerns with others can be difficult, especially if you are not sure what to say or what questions to ask. It is not always clear who you can talk to.

This article will help you decide who to talk to about your financial concerns and give you some questions to help you get the conversation started.

Who can I talk to about financial concerns?

The best place to start is having a conversation with your oncologist or other member of your health care team. Other people and groups who can help you find answers include:

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