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Gov.'s Health Insurance Exchange Proposal Promising
Statement from Russ Sciandra, NYS Director of Advocacy, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding Gov. Cuomo’s health insurance exchange proposal as included in the State of the State package “For 2.9 million uninsured New Yorkers, the state’s health insurance exchange will provide the means to survive a serious illness while avoiding financial ruin. Over the past few years, New York has ... The exchange will be the marketplace where uninsured individuals and small businesses obtain health insurance, as required by the federal health care reform law. We’re encouraged that the Gov. recognizes the value of the exchange and is committed to the creation of an easily accessible ...
Public Health Champions Honored for Cancer-Fighting Efforts
... to reduce the burden of cancer,” said Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ. “Dr. Jacobs and Mr. Nelson are public health champions for their work to ensure smoke-free spaces and promote cancer prevention through increased physical activity and good nutrition.” Dr. Fred Jacobs is the former New Jersey Commissioner of Health, current chair of NJ Breathes, and an Executive Vice President at Saint Barnabas Health Care System. As Commissioner of Health, Dr. Jacobs led the fight in New Jersey to protect funding for the state’s tobacco control program and ...
An Update on Health Insurance for New Yorkers
Navigating the health system can be challenging under normal circumstances. In these times of COVID-19 with loss of jobs and incomes, it is even more difficult. ACS CAN has compiled the list below to assist you in finding what you need and explain what is available to you in relation to health insurance in New York State. We hope you find this information useful. COVID-19 Testing coverage There is NO cost-sharing for COVID testing in state-regulated plans. Telehealth Services coverage There is no cost-sharing for in-network telehealth visits for any type of care when such service would have been covered under the policy if it had been delivered in person. Consumers and small businesses experiencing ...
Statement on Signing of New Health Laws in New York State
... Pause Smith – 518.454.4039 (office) or 518.339-6339 (cell) [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2009 NEW LAWS BRIDGE HEALTH INSURANCE GAPS, PROVIDE LIFELINE TO CANCER PATIENTS Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding Governor Paterson signing bills to expand health care coverage. “The package of bills being signed today provides a lifeline to cancer patients and their families by bridging a few of the many ...
Survey: COVID-19 Affecting Patients’ Access to Cancer Care
Washington, D.C.—Cancer patients and those who’ve recently completed treatment are finding it challenging to get necessary health care in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and many are experiencing financial stress trying to afford care in an increasingly difficult economic ... services to determine if a patient’s cancer had grown or returned (20%); access to supportive services, including physical therapy or mental health care (20%); and access to surgical procedures (8%). Among just the respondents who remain in active treatment, more than a quarter (27%) ...
Survey: Cancer Patients, Including New Yorkers, Increasingly Face COVID-19 Health Impact
Washington, D.C. - Cancer patients and survivors are finding it increasingly challenging to get necessary health care as the COVID-19 pandemic persists. Many are experiencing financial stress and mental health issues as they try to navigate the difficult health and economic environment. An American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) ...
11.24.14 News Release: Palliative Care Collaborative Announced
... Release November 24, 2014 For media inquiries, contact: Marc Kaplan – 518-796-1038 (cell) [email protected] New York State Palliative Care Collaborative Announced to Promote Improved Quality of Life for Those with Chronic or Life-Limiting Illnesses Albany, NY-November 24, 2014--Thanksgiving is a time when families gather and appreciate their blessings. Health care professionals often recommend this time of year to have frank, honest discussions with loved ones about appropriate care for those living with chronic and serious health conditions. That’s why the Hospice and Palliative Care Association of New York State, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network ...
10,000 Lack Health Insurance When Diagnosed with Cancer
American Cancer Society Releases Numbers of Uninsured Cancer Cases By County, Showing Need for Health Insurance Exchange Albany, NY (March 26, 2012) - According to an American Cancer Society analysis, 10,000 New Yorkers every year who find ... number of uninsured new cancer cases per county (see chart below). More than 100,000 New Yorkers were diagnosed with cancer last year. A health insurance exchange would provide access to the health coverage those patients need to increase their odds of surviving cancer and avoiding ... for certain: I would die. At 55 I would be a statistic, an individual whose life meant nothing because I didn’t make enough money to get the care I needed. I had no insurance and no savings so there was absolutely no way I could pay for surgery, treatments and follow up. As I think about ...
New York Reduces Financial Barriers to Lifesaving Cancer Care
... Earlier today, Governor Hochul signed two bills into law, both of which address gaps in New Yorkers’ access to affordable, lifesaving care for those facing a cancer diagnosis—or other chronic illness. The two new laws aim to limit out-of-pocket expenses associated with ... prescription drug treatments. The details are as follows: A2085-A / S906-B, now Chapter 739, requires that every state-regulated large-group health plan cover 100% of the cost of colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45 and removes cost-sharing for individuals who require a ... will build off the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) Insurance Circular Letter No. 4 (2022) that requires the same of all issuers and health plans issued in New York State. Such coverage would be updated as screening guidelines are updated by the American Cancer Society and the ...
ACS CAN testifies at NYS Legislative Budget Health Hearing
... affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today regarding the health proposals in the Executive Budget. Cancer remains the second leading killer in New York. As evidenced by the following charts, cancer ... detect cancer in people who do not have any symptoms. Detecting cancer at its earlier, more treatable stage can save lives as well as health care dollars. Cervical cancer is preventable. It begins as a precancerous lesion that if detected and removed early can prevent cancer from ...