Site Search

... “We’re extremely grateful for the Legislature’s commitment to provide proper protections for cancer patients and survivors against the health risks associated with step therapy. At a time when many are experiencing delayed treatment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the step therapy reform language in SB 361 is an encouraging and crucial step in improving access to high-quality cancer care. The legislation is a life-saver for North Carolianians by requiring a clear protocol for physicians to exempt patients from step therapy when ... of care have always been critical for cancer patients and survivors, never more so than during a pandemic. As we continue to navigate the global health crisis and address its effects on cancer mortality rates, we look forward to keeping the momentum next session and working with lawmakers to ...

Tax Bill’s Repeal of Health Mandate Threatens Patient Access On Dec. 20, Congress approved a final tax bill that repeals the individual mandate – the provision in the current health law requiring Americans to buy health coverage. According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), eliminating the insurance requirement ... several states have sought approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to take alternative approaches to providing health care coverage to low-income individuals and families covered by the state Medicaid program. The requests, known as 1115 demonstration waivers, must ...

... illnesses like cancer from medical debt and harassment from collection agencies. And 64% said they would blame officials if they fail to reduce health care costs. There is bipartisan agreement behind both sentiments. The poll was commissioned by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, ... in 10 (69%) say they receive medical bills they cannot afford and nearly half of patients report current or past medical debt, even those with health coverage through their employer or private insurance. Nearly half (48%) of those with medical debt say they feel trapped by it. See the ...

... devastating impact patients could face under the rule if bare-bones plans that do not comply with patient protections required by the Affordable Care Act are permitted to be sold on the individual insurance market for up to 36 months. These short-term plans can deny or charge people more for coverage based on their health status, and are exempt from covering essential health services. The plans can also charge older people more than three times what they charge a younger person for the same coverage. Patient ...