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Treatment for chemotherapy can be very expensive. Learn how to get the most out of your insurance and find tips on applying for public benefits and private financial assistance programs.
Paying for Leukemia Treatment
When you are trying to pay for leukemia treatment, knowing what is and is not covered by your health insurance plan can save you unnecessary financial worries, and allow you to prepare for the expenses involved.
Paying for Your Bone Marrow Transplant
With costs for bone marrow transplants ranging from $50,000 for an autologous transplant to $200,000 for an allogeneic transplant, knowing what type of coverage you have is vital. Learn more about the types of public and private insurance and how to know which type you have.
CancerCare Patient Assistance Grant: A Resource for Leukemia Patients
The CancerCare Assist financial assistance program offers a small grant to help cover certain expenses related to treatment for all cancers, including leukemia. Find out more about this grant and how to apply.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Patient Financial Aid
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society offers a Patient Financial Aid program to help leukemia patients with chemotherapy treatment bills, expenses related to bone marrow transplants, or the cost of transportation to and from treatments, doctor's appointments, or support group meetings.
Lymphoma Research Foundation Patient Aid Grant
The Lymphoma Research Foundation offers financial assistance and support services to leukemia patients diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Small Lymphocytic Leukemia.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Co-Pay Assistance Program
The Co-pay Assistance Program from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society offers financial assistance to help patients pay for premiums on private health insurance plans, private health insurance co-pays, and Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage prescription drug copays.
National Children's Cancer Society Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available from the National Children's Cancer Society for children diagnosed with all types of cancer, including leukemia. Learn the details of this program and how to apply.
Transportation to Treatment - American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery Program
If you need help with transportation to and from your leukemia treatment or doctor's appointments, the American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery program may be able to help.
Transportation to Leukemia Treatment - Angel Flight
Angel Flight provides air transportation to medical treatment at no charge to the patient or patient's family, and is a valuable resource for those who have to travel long distances for leukemia treatment.
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