Financial and Insurance Matters

These links provide information on common financial and insurance matters that are encountered during cancer treatment.

Last updated: August 2022

American Cancer Society

Health Insurance Options includes information on types of health insurance plans, government-funded programs, individual health insurance options and where to find health insurance.

Managing Health Insurance provides information on staying organized, understanding your rights and dealing with insurance issues.

Health Insurance Laws provides information on the Affordable Care Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, American Rescue Plan Act 2021, COBRA (keeping health insurance after leaving a job), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Managing the Cost of Cancer Treatment

National Cancer Institute

Managing Costs and Medical Information

Foundation for Women’s Cancer

Qualifying for Social Security benefits for gynecologic cancer

Caregiver Guides

The Caregiver Guides are evidence-based informational resources developed by the GynOnc Family CARE Center for caregivers of patients with gynecologic cancer.

Navigating Financial, Legal and Advance Care Planning Concerns

Navigating Employment and Insurance Concerns