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Congress Must Extend the Enhanced ACA Tax Credits
Having affordable and comprehensive health insurance coverage is a key determinant for surviving cancer. Research from the American Cancer Society shows that uninsured Americans are ... screened for cancer and thus are more likely to have their cancer diagnosed at an advanced stage when survival is less likely and the cost of care more expensive. Public policies that make insurance more affordable help to ensure that more people will have the coverage they need. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) established tax credits to help lower the cost of health insurance purchased in the Marketplaces. Under the ACA, individuals earning between 100% to 400% of the federal poverty level (FPL) are ...
Survivor Views: Majority Less Likely to Get Recommended Screenings if Coverage is Lost
... government. Fielded April 2-20, 2023, our latest survey explores cancer patients’ and survivors’ experiences related to receiving preventive health care, the adequacy of coverage networks, and the need for patient navigators. The web-based survey was conducted among 1,311 patients and survivors ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as ...
Survivor Views: Surprise Billing and Prescription Cost and Coverage Survey Findings Summary
... patients and survivors. In October 2019, Survivor Views conducted a cohort survey focused on their experiences accessing and paying for cancer care, including the cost of prescription drugs and their experiences receiving surprise bills. One thousand three hundred and ninety-two cohort ... confidence level. The research provides important insights into the experiences of cancer patients and survivors in accessing and affording health care and medication to treat their cancer or prevent it from returning. Key Findings: Key findings from the survey include: Nearly ... to try a less expensive drug first (also known as step therapy). Seventy-nine percent of respondents who reported a barrier experienced negative health or lifestyle consequences, including additional time spent resolving the issue, additional expense to obtain the drug, or difficulty ...
Cancer Patients & Survivors Strongly Support Maintaining Funding for Medicaid and Protections for Preexisting Conditions
... all levels of government. Fielded January 9-26, 2025, our latest survey explores cancer patients’ and survivors’ perspectives on several key health policy questions related to Medicaid, marketplace health plans, and coverage for preexisting conditions. The web-based survey was conducted among 1,246n cancer patients and survivors nationwide who ... the federal government should reduce funding for Medicaid. Allowing More Non-ACA Plans in the Marketplace Would Cause Confusion The Affordable Care Act requires plans to cover certain Essential Health Benefits (like hospitalizations, prescription drugs, doctor’s visits). Some ...
Renewing Your Medicaid Coverage
... the pandemic, Congress changed the rules to allow for continuous coverage protections for Medicaid enrollees. This helped people keep their health coverage without needing to re-enroll during a tough and uncertain time in our country. But as soon as April 1st, 2023, states can begin ... about the renewal process from your state Medicaid agency. Keep an eye out for any communications from your state Medicaid program or health plan regarding important steps to renew your coverage. This includes emails, letters, phone calls, texts, and website announcements. Your ... these protections over the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic, please share your story . We would like to know how having stable access to health care over the past three years impacted you and your loved ones. Visit our campaign page for more information . Renewing Your Medicaid Coverage ...
Survivor Views: One in Ten Impacted by Recent Drug Shortages
... drug shortages at 22%. Among those who have been impacted by drug shortages in the past year, 57% say the shortage was related to their cancer care, including medications to treat cancer as well as its side effects and complications. Nearly a third of those experiencing drug shortages ... that they would otherwise have addressed in an office visit. While most of those telehealth visits (78%) took place during the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE), the number reporting telehealth visits conducted outside of the PHE climbed from 15% prior to the PHE to 40% who have ... to have telehealth visits since the end of the PHE in May 2023. Forty-two percent say they plan to continue using telehealth visits with health care providers about issues related to their cancer. Fifteen percent of those surveyed have seen a provider located in a different ...
Cancer Patients and Survivors Overwhelmingly Agree Biomarker Testing Improved Their Treatment
... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in cities, ...
Choice in Treatment Modality Overwhelmingly Important to Cancer Patients & Survivors
... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in cities, ...
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