The costs associated with mesothelioma cancer can be very distressing

The costs associated with mesothelioma cancer can be very distressing

As part of its ongoing nationwide mesothelioma cancer awareness campaign, renowned mesothelioma law firm Johnson Law Group is providing mesothelioma cancer victims with financial assistance information that could make a big difference to them and their families."The costs associated with mesothelioma cancer can be very distressing," noted Nick Johnson, experienced mesothelioma attorney and Principal of Johnson Law Group. "Fortunately, there are some resources and support systems in place that could help victims withstand the huge cost burden associated with managing the disease."For individuals without insurance - or who have insurance, but are fighting their insurance company to get the treatment recommended by their doctor - the following support services and resources may be helpful:  Medicaid: provides eligible individuals with financial assistance to cover or offset medical expenses. Individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSO) are covered in the Mandatory Eligibility Group. Learn more at cms.gov. Medicare: provides individuals who are 65 or older, suffer from permanent kidney failure, or are disabled (and under 65) with financial assistance covering a range of expenses, including hospital care, home health care, diagnostic tests, screening for some forms of cancer, and many other expenses. Learn more by calling 1-800-MEDICARE.  State Health Insurance Program (SHIP): a national program offering free one-on-one counseling and assistance to Medicare patients and their families. More information is available at medicare.gov. Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA): a partnership between several pharmaceutical companies, healthcare providers, patient advocacy groups and community groups, which aims to help qualified patients get free or reduced-cost medication. More information is available by calling 1-888-4PPA-NOW. The Health Resources and Services Administration's (HRSA): offers a free search tool to find a local, federally-funded health center that treats patients on a sliding scale based on income. More information is available at hrsa.gov.  Veterans Administration (VA): a program that provides eligible veterans with medical treatment for injuries and other medical conditions related to their military service. The program may also provide limited medical benefits to family members. More information is available by calling 1-877-222-VETS. Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF): a national organization that helps patients struggling with financial difficulties, including situations where health care providers or insurance companies are denying doctor-recommended treatment. More information is available by calling 1-800-532-5274. National Cancer Information Center: a national organization that (among other benefits) helps patients with financial expenses, and also offers a database of resources that can help with medical costs and living expenses. More information is available by calling 1-800-227-2345.Mesothelioma cancer victims who are suffering with financial issues, or who are fighting with their insurance company to get the treatment they need, should contact Johnson Law Group's specialized mesothelioma attorneys at 1-888-311-5522. Depending on the specific circumstances of each individual case, a claim for financial compensation may be made on behalf of victims who have been put in harm's way by the negligence or maliciousness of others, including former or current employers and other accountable parties.