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GAO Report Inconclusive About Whether Alternatives to Individual Mandate Are Economically Viable

... to the requirement in the Affordable Care Act that most people purchase health insurance. Although the report, which was prepared at the request of Sen. Ben Nelson (D-NE), identified possible alternatives to the individual mandate, it did not show that those alternatives would cover as many ... or “individual responsibility” provision would. Following is a statement from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN): “ACS CAN believes that the critical patient protections in the Affordable Care Act, including those that end discrimination in the ... Heart Association in an amicus brief defending the provision in federal court. “The individual responsibility provision has proven to be one of the more unpopular provisions in an imperfect bill, but by insuring that nearly all Americans have coverage, the provision will enable consumer ...

American Cancer Society Expert Testifies About Proposed Health Insurance Market Changes

Washington, D.C., February 2, 2017—Requiring people to maintain continuous health insurance coverage or risk the imposition of higher premiums could pose significant burdens to cancer patients and survivors, according to Dr. Len Lichtenfeld, deputy chief medical officer ... individuals for losing their health insurance coverage—particularly at a time when they have also lost their employment—imposes an undue cost burden on individuals,” says Lichtenfeld. “Moreover, once an individual with a cancer history is no longer protected from the pre-existing ... unlikely that he/she will be able to purchase insurance coverage at all.” On behalf of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), Lichtenfeld urged committee members to consider the impact of potential changes to the health care law on cancer patients and survivors. ...

Increasing Access to Treatment Options Through Biosimilar Legislation

Access to quality care has long been one of our top priority issues. To increase access to potentially lifesaving treatments, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) advocates for legislation that enhances access to biosimilar drugs, which offer safe and effective treatment options for cancer patients. This week, ACS CAN released new materials aimed at educating cancer patients, lawmakers and advocates on the benefits of biosimilars and highlighting ACS CAN’s continued work to advance policies that increase access to treatment options.   Biosimilars are close ...

January 2018 Federal Update

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 ... rare conditions, including many cancers. It also preserves the medical expense deduction for those who incur high medical costs.  ACS CAN Submits Comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Medicaid 1115 Demonstration Waivers Over the past year, several states have ... Unfortunately, funding for FQHCs comes from the Prevention and Public Health Fund which provides critical public health dollars to CDC at a cost of $750 million. ACS CAN will continue to call on Congress to come to an agreement on a budget deal, increase funding for the National ...

Patient Groups Urge HHS Secretary Azar to Reject Idaho Bulletin; Uphold Patient Protections in Health Care Law

WASHINGTON, DC – February 14, 2018 – ACS CAN joined more than a dozen patient groups to send a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar today urging the Secretary to ... to be sold on the individual market that would essentially discriminate against older and sicker individuals would violate numerous requirements of the health care law that provide essential protections to individuals and families. The groups who represent millions of patients facing serious, acute, and chronic health conditions across the country note, “Idaho’s action—if it is permitted to stand—would ...

Pennsylvania Cancer Action Day 2024

... together from across the state to advocate for life-saving policies. No prior experience is needed, we will provide training and resources ahead of time and book lawmaker meetings for you. All you need to bring is your passion in the fight against cancer. See you at the Capitol!   Here is ... policies/the asks we will be making, guidance for your lawmaker meetings, and logistical information:  Training Manual PDF The training deck can be found here: Training Deck PDF   If you are in a House or Senate meeting with 3+ constituents, you will have a Meeting Captain to help ... wipe out $400 million in medical debt (budget ask) In a 2022 ACS CAN survey, 73% of cancer survivors said they are worried about affording the cost of their current or future cancer care. Medical debt may have a direct effect on cancer care: high costs can lead to delayed treatment. ...

Maine Voters Support Expanding Access to Medicaid

... with each attempt. On this past Election Day, Maine voters finally had their say on the issue and overwhelmingly cast their ballots in favor of increasing access to affordable health coverage for low-income people in their state. The final vote on Maine’s Question 2 was 59 percent for expansion, clearly indicating that residents were in support of the idea. This victory will save lives and provide a lifeline to thousands of hardworking, low-income Mainers who need access to affordable ... able to save more lives from this disease than ever before with scientific improvements in the way we treat and diagnose cancer. But these lives can only be saved if people have access to evidence-based, recommended screenings, regular doctor visits and the treatment they need to manage ...

Affordable Care Act Update: Supreme Court Decision Coming Soon 6.12.15

The U.S. Supreme Court will soon rule on the case of King v. Burwell , which could determine whether millions of low- and middle-income people can continue to receive a major source of financial assistance that helps them afford health coverage. The ...

10-14-10 Affordable Care Act Update

... all you do every day to support laws and policies that help cancer patients and their families   Delaware Candidate Debates          ACS CAN was invited to join AARP, the University of Delaware, and Delaware First Media, a non-partisan, non-profit news service, to sponsor the U.S. House and U.S. Senate candidate debates in ... a new tool to help consumers make better informed choices.   Detailed information on benefits and monthly premium estimates, as well as cost-sharing information including annual deductibles and out-of-pocket limits for health plans, is now available. Also, information about the ...

10-14-10 Affordable Care Act Update

... all you do every day to support laws and policies that help cancer patients and their families   Delaware Candidate Debates          ACS CAN was invited to join AARP, the University of Delaware, and Delaware First Media, a non-partisan, non-profit news service, to sponsor the U.S. House and U.S. Senate candidate debates in ... a new tool to help consumers make better informed choices.   Detailed information on benefits and monthly premium estimates, as well as cost-sharing information including annual deductibles and out-of-pocket limits for health plans, is now available. Also, information about the ...

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