- CANCER TREATMENTS YOUR INSURANCE SHOULD COVER (April 1995). Brochure that describes standard and investigational treatments that should be covered, and what to do if reimbursement is denied. Eight pages. Order from The
Association of Community Cancer Centers, 11600 Nebel Street, Suite 201, Rockville, MD 20852, (301) 984-9496.
- THE CONSUMER'S GUIDE TO DISABILITY INSURANCE (1995). A comprehensive guide to understanding disability insurance. 12 pages. Health Insurance Association of America (HIAA), (202) 824-1600.
- US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, PENSION, AND WELFARE BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION describes the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. This service also publishes Questions and Answers: Recent Changes in Healthcare
Law, a summary guide to HIPAA. Call (800) 998-7542.
- WHAT CANCER SURVIVORS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEALTH INSURANCE (1995) provides a clear understanding of health insurance and how to receive maximum reimbursement for claims. 29 pages. Single copies available free. Order from the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, (888) 937-6227. The NCCS also publishes A Cancer Survivor's Almanac which contains useful information about insurance coverage. See page 8 for its listing.
- You may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Social Security benefits. While receiving SSI, you could also be eligible for food stamps and Medicaid. For information, and to set up a time to speak
with a representative who can help you get started, ask your hospital social-worker or call the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213.
- Medicare beneficiaries should obtain a copy of Your Medicare Handbook from the HCFA, federal agency that administers Medicare. Write to the Health Care Finance Administration, 6325 Security Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21207,
or call the National Medicare Hotline at (800) 638-6833, or the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-3736.
- The American Cancer Society office in your area can provide information on local sources of financial assistance. Check your telephone directory for the number.
- THE NATIONAL INSURANCE CONSUMER HELPLINE is a hotline that answers consumer questions, and offers problem-solving support and printed materials including information on life and property casualty insurance. Open 8:00 a.m.
to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, (800) 942-4242.
- STATE LAWS RELATING TO BREAST CANCER (CDC, March 1998). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published a summary of statutes across the country related to breast cancer. Available from the CDC at (770) 488-4751 or www.cdc.gov.
- Cancer Care, Inc., based in New York City, offers a toll-free counseling line with support services, education, information, referrals and financial assistance. (800) 813-HOPE.
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