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Senate Committee Passes Biomarker Testing Coverage Bill
... passing the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee. SB0435 would expand coverage of biomarker testing for patients enrolled in state employee health insurance plans and TennCare. American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Tennessee Government Relations Director Maddie Michael attended Tuesday’s hearing to highlight the importance of this critical legislation in improving patient access to care. “Coverage for comprehensive biomarker testing will enable more patients to access the most effective treatments for their disease and can help achieve the triple aim of health care: better health outcomes, improved quality of life and reduced costs,” Michael said. Cancer patients who benefited from biomarker ...
Access to Biomarker Testing in Tennessee
... important testing. Video of biomarker_testing_unlocking_personalized_treatments_to_improve_patient_outcomes What is Biomarker Testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient . A “ biomarker ” is a sign of a normal biological process, ... are less likely to receive biomarker testing. Improving coverage for and access to biomarker testing across insurance types is key to reducing health disparities. Without action to expand coverage and access to biomarker testing, advances in precision medicine could increase existing ... to biomarker testing in Tennessee! Have you received biomarker testing? Share your story with us here! Resources: Fact Sheet Biomarkers and Health Equity Types of Biomarker Testing Biomarker Testing Costs and Savings Non-Oncology Biomarker Testing Patient Profiles National Coalition ...