Lung Cancer Financial Support
A lung cancer diagnosis can bring financial luck, but you may be able to access different forms of financial support to cover costs. For example, lung cancer lawsuits award over $1 million in some cases, and many other options are available, too. Lung Cancer Group can help you explore financial support options.
What Financial Options Are Available to Lung Cancer Patients?
It’s crucial for lung cancer patients and their loved ones to explore the financial support options available to them. By doing so, patients can get the care they need to live longer without worrying about treatment costs, basic living expenses, and other bills.
- Compensation worth $1 million+ in some cases
- Asbestos trust fund payouts
- Charitable organizations
- Government assistance
- Health insurance to offset medical costs
Eligibility and compensation amounts for each option vary, but some patients may qualify for multiple forms of financial assistance.
Lung Cancer Group can help you pursue financial support and compensation right now if you qualify. Find out your eligibility with a free case review.
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Legal Options for Lung Cancer Financial Support
Different legal options may help patients get financial assistance if their lung cancer was caused by asbestos exposure.
The two most notable lung cancer legal options are lawsuits and asbestos trust fund claims, which can potentially award patients significant compensation.
Lung Cancer Lawsuits
A lung cancer lawsuit allows patients to demand compensation from manufacturers of asbestos-containing products. Many of these companies hid the health risks of asbestos for decades, and exposure could cause lung cancer 10-50 years later.
Some patients have secured $1 million or more from lung cancer lawsuits with help from our legal partners.
Notable lung cancer lawsuit payouts our partner lawyers have secured include:
- $2.77 million to a Tennessee pipefitter
- $2 million to a California construction worker
- $1 million to a New York electrician
- $1.95 million to a Colorado man
- $1.6 million to a California plumber and his wife
- $1.57 million to a Nevada Marine Corps veteran and boilermaker
- $2 million to a New York railroad worker
- $1.36 million to a California mechanic
- $2.18 million to an Illinois electrician
- $3 million to a Missouri woman
Lung cancer patients can file personal injury lawsuits to seek compensation. Family members who lost a loved one to lung cancer may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Call (877) 446-5767 now to see if you may be eligible for financial support from a lung cancer lawsuit.
Asbestos Trust Funds
Many manufacturers of asbestos-containing products filed for bankruptcy to avoid lung cancer lawsuits. However, the U.S. court system forced these companies to set aside money in asbestos trust funds to stay in business.
There is over $30 billion available in asbestos trust funds today. Our legal partners can file trust fund claims on your behalf to access some of this money, if eligible. You may be able to secure lawsuit payouts and trust fund compensation at the same time.
Organizations Offering Financial Support for Lung Cancer
Charitable organizations across the country offer lung cancer financial support to patients and their families.
Charities that provide financial support for lung cancer patients include:
- Cancer Assistance Financial Coalition has a database where patients can locate financial assistance options and other forms of support near them.
- Cancer Care can award grants to people with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) or non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). To be eligible, they must be insured through Medicaid, Medicare, or TRICARE and be 500% below the current level of poverty.
- Good Days provides assistance to NSCLC patients for premiums, copayments, deductibles, diagnostic testing costs, and transportation.
- HealthWell Foundation offers an $8,000 grant for people with SCLC and $6,000 for NSCLC. To be eligible, the patient must be on Medicare and not exceed a certain income level.
- Lungevity Foundation educates patients on potential lung cancer costs, helps them find ways to reduce expenses, and allows them to meet with financial planners through its Financial Treatment Program.
- Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief program provides cancer financial assistance to insured patients to help them pay for treatments and prescriptions.
- The Surviving and Moving Forward (SAMFund) offers support for medical costs and living expenses to younger adults diagnosed with cancer.
If you wish to receive a grant, there may be specific requirements for how the money is used. Be sure to check with the organizations for grants that fit your needs.
Health Insurance for People With Lung Cancer
Health insurance is the main way patients receive support for lung cancer care. Without insurance, lung cancer patients could spend over $140,000 out of pocket on treatment, according to the American Cancer Society.
There are two types of health insurance: private health insurance and government-funded health insurance. Learn about each type below.
Private Health Insurance
Private health insurance plans are typically provided by an employer or purchased separately from a health insurance company.
Patients must make sure that the lung cancer doctors they see are within their insurer’s network. Otherwise, they could be responsible for 100% of the care costs.
Government-Funded Health Insurance
For those who are retired, not covered through an employer plan, or can’t afford private insurance, government-funded health insurance may be an option.
Government health insurance plans include:
- Medicaid provides health coverage for certain low-income families. Children, older people, pregnant women, and those with disabilities may qualify for coverage.
- Medicare is a government-funded program for people 65 or older with certain disabilities. It covers inpatient and hospitalization expenses, medically needed care, cancer screening tests, and other services.
- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides plans for veterans through VA health care. Active duty service members can also get health care through TRICARE.
These government health insurance options can help patients avoid the significant cost of lung cancer treatments.
Worried about paying for lung cancer care? We may be able to help you access financial support. Get started with a free case review.
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Other Resources for Lung Cancer Patients
Other financial resources for lung cancer patients can help cover medical bills, travel expenses, and basic living costs. Explore helpful resources below.
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Government Financial Benefits for Lung Cancer Patients
Government Financial Benefits for Lung Cancer PatientsBesides Medicare and Medicaid, other government programs can help lung cancer patients afford care.
Government programs that may offer lung cancer financial support include:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provide monthly payments to older adults and those with disabilities. Patients with lung cancer may be considered disabled, allowing them to access compensation.
- Food assistance programs such as SNAP, WIC, and local options can help low-income families affected by lung cancer afford food.
You can explore additional government programs that could help you on usa.gov.
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Prescription Assistance
Prescription AssistanceSeveral websites and organizations offer prescription search tools to help you find discounts, low-cost prescriptions, and participating pharmacies.
Some of these include:
- GoodRx helps patients compare prescription drug costs to save money.
- Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT) is a search engine that helps patients find key resources like free or low-cost medical clinics and prescription savings cards.
- NeedyMeds has free information about various prescription drug assistance programs. It also provides a telephone helpline, a drug discount card, and educational resources.
- RxAssist Patient Assistance Program Center has a large directory of pharmaceutical companies’ patient assistance programs and tools to help patients manage medication costs.
- SingleCare offers free downloadable prescription discount cards and a drug price lookup tool for locating the best deals.
These resources can help you afford prescription medications like painkillers for lung cancer symptoms, giving you and your family one less thing to worry about while navigating treatment.
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Housing Support
Housing SupportPaying rent or mortgage can be daunting if you or a loved one can’t work following a lung cancer diagnosis. The U.S. government has several emergency housing assistance programs to help those in need.
Housing support programs include:
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) can help make home repairs through different loan services.
- Emergency housing and rent services that you can access by dialing 211. Each state has a 211 program to help you find local support options.
- Eviction counseling offered by HUD-approved agencies is available by calling 800-569-4287.
If you are concerned about housing costs while facing lung cancer, you can also talk with a social worker or case manager at your treatment center. They can help you connect with resources to avoid losing your home.
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Transportation Assistance
Transportation AssistanceIf you don’t own a car or can’t drive, you may be able to use transportation assistance resources to get to and from your lung cancer treatments.
Transportation resources for lung cancer patients include:
- The American Cancer Society offers free travel to and from treatment and free lodging during cancer treatment.
- Angel Flight arranges air transportation for those with medical needs by working with volunteer pilots.
- Corporate Angel Network flies cancer patients to treatment at no cost on corporate and private planes.
- Mercy Medical Angels provides free non-emergency medical transportation for ongoing or critical treatment.
Many private organizations also offer lodging services, so you’ll have a place to stay if you live far away from a cancer treatment center.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits
Many U.S. veterans have developed lung cancer from working with or around asbestos-containing materials while they served.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a wide range of benefits to veterans with lung cancer and other service-related diseases.
Key VA benefits for lung cancer patients include:
- Disability compensation worth over $4,000 a month in many cases
- Free or inexpensive treatment through the VA health care system
- Additional payouts depending on the level of disability
- Survivor benefits, such as funeral cost reimbursement
Many U.S. veterans with lung cancer are considered 100% disabled, meaning they get the highest monthly payouts and the lowest health care copays.
Get Help Finding Financial Support for Lung Cancer
The costs associated with a lung cancer diagnosis can bring uncertainty. Fortunately, you don’t have to go through this alone — lung cancer financial support options can help you cover costs and focus on getting treatment.
If you have lung cancer, reach out to Lung Cancer Group.
Our team can help you:
- Seek legal payouts worth $1 million or more in some cases
- Pursue compensation from asbestos trust funds
- Explore other financial support options that may be available
Call (877) 446-5767 or get a free lung cancer case review to see all of the ways we can support you and your family.
Lung Cancer Financial Support FAQs
What support is available for lung cancer patients?
While lung cancer is a serious illness, a wide range of support options can help make a diagnosis less stressful.
Supportive resources for lung cancer patients include:
- Caregiver assistance services
- Financial compensation programs
- Lung cancer lawsuits
- Support groups
Transportation assistance and travel grants
These resources and more can go a long way toward supporting a patient through their cancer journey.
Can you get money if you have lung cancer?
Yes, you may be eligible for compensation if you have lung cancer. Our legal partners may be able to file a lawsuit on your behalf to seek a financial payout.
Some lung cancer patients have received $1 million or more by working with our partner lung cancer law firms. For example, a Tennessee pipefitter secured nearly $2 million following his lung cancer diagnosis.
Many other organizations also offer compensation or grants for lung cancer patients in need.
Call (877) 446-5767 now to find out if our team can help you seek money for lung cancer.
How do cancer patients survive financially?
Cancer patients survive financially by accessing resources to help cover their expenses.
Grants, military benefits, health insurance, relief programs, and lawsuits can all help patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other cancers get the care they need without worrying about how they’ll pay for it.
What happens if you have cancer but can't afford treatment?
If you have cancer but can’t afford treatment, you may be eligible for financial reimbursement or compensation.
There is a wide range of financial assistance programs that help patients, including charities, government programs like Medicaid, and even cost reduction services offered by your hospital.
Further, our legal partners can help patients with asbestos lung cancer file lawsuits to seek compensation to cover expenses. While each case differs, some patients have received $1 million or more by working with our partner lung cancer lawyers.
Contact us now for help if you have lung cancer and are worried about affording treatment. We can help you explore financial resources that you may be eligible for.
