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Prostate Cancer and Financial Stress

THE FINANCIAL STRESS OF APC

GET HELP WITH COSTS

Insurance plans usually cover most major costs, like doctor appointments, hospital stays, tests, and procedures. However, they may not cover all treatments. You may also have other expenses like traveling to treatment centers or the loss of income from having to miss work for you or your family member.

Many hospitals have case managers or social workers to help deal with emotional and financial issues. Doctors and nurses can also provide referrals to a number of support services and financial resources.

Local and national service organizations and government assistance programs may offer grants to help pay for some services or medications. You’ll find some of these in the links that follow.

USE THESE RESOURCES TO FIND ACCREDITED GROUPS OFFERING FINANCIAL ADVICE AND SERVICES

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

ASCO’s patient information website (Cancer.Net) brings the expertise and resources of ASCO to people living with cancer and those who care for and care about them. The website includes financial advice and links to resources.
www.cancer.net

The Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition (CFAC)

A group of national organizations that provide financial help to patients. CFAC provides a searchable database of financial resources.
www.cancerfac.org

CancerCare Financial Assistance Programs

Provide financial assistance for people affected by cancer.
www.cancercare.org/financial

The CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation

A not-for-profit organization to address the needs of individuals who cannot afford their insurance co-payments to cover the cost of medications for treating cancer.
www.cancercarecopay.org

Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation

Provides financial assistance for more than 50 disease states and conditions. PAN has provided travel assistance to men with advanced prostate cancer. www.panfoundation.org

Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)

Co-Pay Relief Program helps with insurance co-payments to cover the costs of medications.
www.copays.org/diseases/prostate-cancer

Government resources include Medicare Extra Help and Medicare Savings Program, which help pay premiums, deductibles, and co-pays for those with limited income.

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DISCUSSING HEART HEALTH, DIABETES, AND OTHER KEY RISK FACTORS WITH YOUR DOCTOR

Some ADTs carry an increased risk for cardiovascular (heart) problems and diabetes. If you have a personal or family history of either, there are important questions you need to ask your doctor because it could affect which ADT you should be on.

Our Doctor Discussion Guide helps you get the most out of your conversation by helping you ask informed, relevant questions about prostate cancer, other health issues you may have, and how they can affect your choice of ADT.

Download and print the guide now and be prepared to fight your disease with knowledge as well as the ADT that’s right for you.

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