Financial help for Cancer patients.

FINANCIAL HELP FOR CANCER PATIENTS:-

Anyone who has ever had to deal with cancer knows the financial problem not only to the patient but also to his parents and their families.in most of the cases, private or corporate health insurance plans cover at least a portion of the cost.but,in case of the person without health insurance , financial help will be provided from both government and private organization.
this column will help you in finding the help in need whenever you need it most.

ADVICE FROM YOUR DOCTOR FIRST:
If you are a family member is diagnosed with cancer,first step you should do is to discuss with your doctor,a hospital social worker, or the business office of your hospital or clinic.these are the people who deal with health care costs every day and are your best source of advice. cancer is hard enough without having to worry about FINANCIAL ruination during operation,so get the money issues taken care at first.

if you are really poor to face cancer treatment then dont worry.Our Government is going to help us at any cost .There are so many cases that our government is helping for poor in treatment of cancer, Mesotheolima lung cancer,Aids etc.

and our government is providing INSURANCE for those patients who are affected with cancer. and providing HIGH QUALITY LOANS for the treatment.

SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME[SSI]


SSI pays monthly checks to people who are 65 or older, or blind, or have a disability and have limited financial resources or income. Unlike other Social Security payments, SSI eligibility is not based on work history, but strictly on financial need. SSI is not just for adults. Monthly checks can go to disabled and blind children, as well.

Additional information about all Social Security programs is available by calling Toll-Free 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 Spanish-speaking staff is available.

Insure Kids Now Program Links

The Insure Kids Now program makes it possible for qualifying working families to get low cost -- even free -- health insurance for their children.

Call Toll Free - 1-877-KIDS NOW (1-877-543-7669) for complete program information

How to achieve low cost/free health insurance for kids

1> Determine the program requirements for your state by visiting the Insure Kids Now Web site. (See Related Features for links)

2>If your family qualifies, Call Toll Free number listed for your state to request an application and program handbook.

3> Complete and return the application

TIPS FOR CANCER TREATMENT:

1> Each state has developed its own Web site with information about its specific Insure Kids Now program. (See Related Features for links.)

2> Maximum allowable family incomes vary from state to state. [See Related Features for links to state program details.]

3> Call Toll Free 1-877-KIDS NOW (1-877-543-7669) for program information and assistance.