by Jennifer | Jan 31, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #60 If you have breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) your compression garments must be covered by insurance under the law! In 1998 the Women’s Health and Cancer Act was passed. In this law compression garments for management of cancer related... by Jennifer | Jan 30, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #59 Asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness, especially when navigating cancer treatment. We need to work more on flexing this muscle of asking for and more importantly receiving help. This is definitely a theme that will keep coming up.... by Jennifer | Jan 29, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #58 People are human, they make mistakes. Incorrectly submitted medical bills not assessed by insurance must be resubmitted by providers. Do not pay bills that have not been properly submitted. Report those bills to your providers so they can fix... by Jennifer | Jan 28, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #57 People want to help, and different people have different strengths. A trusted friend who is diligent and good with details may make a great person to track and follow up on billing concerns. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer a LOT of... by Jennifer | Jan 27, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #56 The grass is NOT always greener and make no mistake NONE of it is FREE! Nationalized Medicine has its own set of challenges, hours spent on hold waiting to make appointments, lack of choice in providers and facilities, and long wait times to... by Jennifer | Jan 26, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #55 DON’T HIDE FROM MEDICAL BILLS. There are many programs to assist with the cost of treatment. Most of them are time sensitive. If financial counseling is not provided upfront, talk to the billing department as soon as the bills arrive. Hiding...