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12-14-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... the past few weeks communicating their positions on important issues, including raising tax rates for high income earners, allowing an extension of the Bush era tax rates for families earning less than $250,000 annually and proposed funding cuts in federal health programs such as Medicare ... so called "fiscal cliff".  It is possible that Members may be required to stay in town during the holidays until a final deal is struck.   ACS CAN sent a letter to President Obama and Congressional leaders in the House of Representatives and the United States Senate to protect the fight ... study also found that annual deductibles more than doubled during the same period. In short, the analysis shows that rising premiums and higher cost sharing continue to strain the budgets of middle- and low-income families. If current trends continue, the average premium for family coverage ...

5-19-11 Affordable Care Act Update

Federal Update   Prevention   The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made $100 million available from the Prevention and Public Health Fund for up to 75 Community Transformation ... have incorrectly concluded that Medicaid offers substandard care because of evidence showing that survival rates for cancer patients in Medicaid can be poorer than for those outside the program. This conclusion is seriously misleading. What is often not reported is that cancer patients more ... responsibility or coverage when the exchanges go into effect. The brief describes four policy challenges related to such changes in coverage and cost:          Adjusting premium and cost-sharing subsidies when incomes change;        Coordinating eligibility for premium credits, ...

5-19-11 Affordable Care Act Update

Federal Update   Prevention   The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made $100 million available from the Prevention and Public Health Fund for up to 75 Community Transformation ... have incorrectly concluded that Medicaid offers substandard care because of evidence showing that survival rates for cancer patients in Medicaid can be poorer than for those outside the program. This conclusion is seriously misleading. What is often not reported is that cancer patients more ... responsibility or coverage when the exchanges go into effect. The brief describes four policy challenges related to such changes in coverage and cost:          Adjusting premium and cost-sharing subsidies when incomes change;        Coordinating eligibility for premium credits, ...

5-19-11 Affordable Care Act Update

Federal Update   Prevention   The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made $100 million available from the Prevention and Public Health Fund for up to 75 Community Transformation ... have incorrectly concluded that Medicaid offers substandard care because of evidence showing that survival rates for cancer patients in Medicaid can be poorer than for those outside the program. This conclusion is seriously misleading. What is often not reported is that cancer patients more ... responsibility or coverage when the exchanges go into effect. The brief describes four policy challenges related to such changes in coverage and cost:          Adjusting premium and cost-sharing subsidies when incomes change;        Coordinating eligibility for premium credits, ...

Cancer Patients Need Accurate Information When Shopping for Health Coverage in Medicare

WASHINGTON – December 4, 2018 -- "The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is troubled by reports that the administration is not enforcing a requirement that health plans provide accurate information in Medicare provider directories. Cancer disproportionately impacts older Americans, most of whom access health insurance through Medicare. Access to accurate information is critical for families affected by cancer who are trying to guarantee their insurance coverage will meet their health care needs. Medicare beneficiaries could face significant out-of-pocket costs if they buy a plan only to find out that a necessary medical provider is out of network after it is too late to switch plans. ACS ...

Open Enrollment: Time for Cancer Patients and Survivors to Get Covered and Stay Covered

Fall is the season when millions of people nationwide enroll or re-enroll in health coverage through their jobs. For the next three months, people without health coverage through work or Medicare can purchase a health insurance plan by visiting HealthCare.gov . Thanks to key provisions of the health care law known as the Affordable Care Act, ... access to the most accurate financial assistance available. Many people with cancer or at risk for cancer still worry that health coverage will cost more than they can afford. They should be aware that financial assistance is available to many low- and middle-income families to make health ...

Cancer Patients and Survivors Rally Legislators Virtually Due to COVID-19

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The unpredictable and dynamic nature of COVID-19 is no match for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s (ACS CAN) volunteers’ steadfast commitment. When the elevated risk for those with compromised immune systems became a roadblock for the annual Cancer ... As a cancer advocate, I let my lawmakers know if we’re going to eliminate cancer as a major health problem in Illinois, this goal must be top of mind for our legislature,” said Roger Crawford, ACS CAN Illinois state lead ambassador. “By improving access to care, we can reduce ...

Survivor Views: Open Enrollment

Overview The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) empowers advocates across the country to make their voices heard and influence evidence-based public policy change, as well as legislative and regulatory solutions that will reduce the cancer burden. As part of this effort, ACS CAN deploys surveys to better understand cancer patient and survivor experiences and perspectives, through our Survivor Views ... of at least $1,400 per individual or $2,800 per family. Majorities of those enrolled in high deductible plans say it was their only choice. Cost is considered the most important factor when it comes to comparing coverage options (43%), but the right mix of covered benefits is also ...

Report: Complex Medicare Appeals Process Leaves Patients at Risk for Delayed or Denied Care

Washington, D.C.— As millions of seniors and other enrollees select their 2021 Medicare health benefits during annual open enrollment, a new report details just how confusing the program’s appeals process can be should a patient need to appeal a claim denial for health care services or prescription drugs. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action ... the Medicare Trust Fund—action which is likely to include changes to seniors’ Medicare coverage options that could result in out-of-pocket cost implications. “When lawmakers consider significant changes to Medicare enrollee benefits they often cite the fact that patients can always ...

Senate Rejects Resolution to Halt Short-Term Insurance Changes and Preserve Patient Protections

... D.C.— Today the U.S. Senate rejected a resolution under the Congressional Review Act that would have prevented the extension and expansion of short-term limited duration health insurance plans (STLD) as allowed under a new rule from the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor and Treasury. The rule allows insurers to issue – for up to 36 months – so-called short-term health insurance plans. Insurers can deny or charge people more for these plans based on their health status, are not required to cover essential health services, like prescription ...

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