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... for prescription drugs are clear, efficient, and patient-friendly while also allowing for exceptions when appropriate.    Affordable, Adequate Health Insurance: ACS CAN will advocate for policies that ensure access to quality, affordable and comprehensive health insurance, including Medicaid, and will support efforts to curb the availability of inadequate health plans.  Ending Medical Debt:  ACS ... prevent the occurrence of medical debt and reduce the impact of incurred medical debt on individuals and families.  Ensuring Access to Quality Care ...

TRENTON, NJ – August 9, 2019 – Governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill into law that establishes a state advisory council on palliative care and quality of life. Additionally, the law requires the creation of a palliative care access initiative to make information about accessing ... an extra layer of support. Palliative care can actually lead to a longer, more satisfying life for cancer patients and those with other major health conditions. “I thank Governor Murphy for enacting this law and also would like to thank Assemblywoman Pinkin and Senator Vitale who sponsored this legislation and for their hard work on this crucial public health measure.” About ACS CAN ACS CAN, the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based ...

... 4, 2017 —States would likely face increased costs and cancer patients and survivors could face delayed preventive, diagnostic and curative care under alternative Medicaid financing models being considered by Congress. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today ... enrollees.” Unlike the current system, fixed federal payments would not adjust automatically to account for increased enrollment, unexpected health emergencies or the cost of new breakthrough treatments. Instead, such financing would shift the cost to states, which would then likely ... grants and per capita caps raise serious issues about Medicaid’s ability to offer low-income Americans quality, affordable and comprehensive health care coverage, particularly for those suffering from cancer,” said Hansen. “We want governors as well as Congress to carefully consider ...

... to ensure more patients can get the testing needed to access precision medicine. Biomarker testing has become a game-changing part of cancer care given its role in opening the door to targeted treatments that can lead to improved survivorship and quality of life. Despite the proven ... said , “The passage of A4163 marks a significant step forward in ensuring equitable access to life-saving biomarker testing. By requiring health insurers to provide coverage, we are breaking down barriers to early detection and targeted treatment, ultimately improving health outcomes for countless individuals across New Jersey." “Despite evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of biomarker testing and targeted ...