Should a cancer patient’s socioeconomic status or zip code dictate the oncology expertise available to them or their ability to access cutting-edge clinical trials? Not according to AccessHope, which provides remote expert oncology opinions as a supplemental benefit to payers and employer self-funded plans. “The vast majority of cancer care…more.
When someone is diagnosed with a chronic or life-altering illness, the diagnosis doesn’t just affect them – it affects their loved ones as well. For loved ones who take on the role of primary caregiver, the impacts can be significant. Among the many duties and responsibilities family caregivers may shoulder…more.
People with chronic or life-altering illnesses like cancer or Alzheimer’s may see a range of health care providers as they manage their condition from diagnosis through survivorship. Most are likely familiar with roles played by physicians, nurses, and surgeons, but what about physician associates (PAs)? What role do they play…more.
Over 90 percent of health care professionals, patients, and caregivers attending HealthWell’s first webinar on financial toxicity and patient navigation said they have encountered patients with financial concerns that would cause them to forgo treatment. This finding reflects the scope and severity of an issue facing millions of Americans: Even…more.
Every year, hospital patients are billed $14 billion that should be waived through financial assistance, making “charity care” one of hospitals’ best kept secrets. By law, non-profit hospitals must offer programs that forgive bills. Many for-profit hospitals also offer help through which patients’ bills may be reduced or eliminated. However,…more.
Almost 60% of Americans live at or below 400% of the federal poverty level. In 2025, that equated to about $128,000 in annual income for a family of four. For these Americans, paying for daily necessities like rent, food, and utilities can be a juggling act. Add a chronic or…more.
The end of 2025 is quickly approaching, and with it, the opportunity to reflect on a year in which the health care landscape started to change dramatically, in ways that may have lasting impacts. As I wrote in my November 12th column, health care is becoming more expensive and harder…more.
As part of our ongoing coverage of non-profit organizations with programs and initiatives aligned with the White House Cancer Moonshot, Real World Health Care turns our spotlight to the American Cancer Society (ACS) and two of their initiatives focused on improving patient navigation. For more than 30 years, ACS has…more.
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