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... and partners are working together to make sure more Oklahomans can benefit from this important testing.   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, ... that have been excluded, including communities of color, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and those receiving care in non-academic medical centers 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 ...

... their story about access to biomarker testing. Video of additional_patient_stories_biomarkers   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, ... that have been excluded, including communities of color, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and those receiving care in non-academic medical centers 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 ...

... Advantage plans with drug coverage. The analysis for the reports was conducted for ACS CAN by the consulting firm Avalere, part of Avalere Health.  Recent changes in the Medicare program could place pressure on private plans in Medicare to implement strategies aimed at controlling ... at a drug that may not be an effective option for them. Overall, the report highlights the importance of plans balancing increasing costs of care with maintaining appropriate and efficient access to medications.   Given an individual’s cancer risk increases with age, Medicare plays a ... individuals living in the U.S. are projected to be diagnosed with cancer, half of whom rely on the Medicare program as their primary source of health care coverage.     0  Two New White Papers Examine the Use of Step Therapy and Prior Authorization Requirements in the Medicare Program ...

ALBANY, NY – A coalition of more than 65 patient and provider groups, cancer centers, and other public health organizations delivered a letter to state legislative leaders in support of legislation that would require insurance plans to cover ... stool-based screening test, it should be considered as the next step in the preventive screening process and therefore should be covered by health insurers with no patient out-of-pocket cost. ACS CAN is calling on state leaders to include S906-B sponsored by Senators Sanders and Kennedy ... affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to ...