At the Oncology Institute we understand the financial burdens that can impact healthcare. We have an in house representative that works closely with cancer foundations and other organizations that help with patient co-pays and coinsurances. Patients must meet certain guidelines in order to qualify, but we assist in making the application process much smoother. If you would like more information please contact us at any time regarding financial assistance and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Social Security and SSI

800.772.1213

Department of Public Social Services (Norwalk)

562.807.7610

Food stamps and general relief

General Relief

310.761.2205

Cancer Care  

800.813.HOPE

www.cancercare.org 

This is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to provide free professional help to anyone affected by cancer through counseling, education, information and referral and direct financial assistance.

Credit Card Counseling Centers of America

800.493.2222

www.ccamerica.org 

Non profit organization that helps with financial information.

Medi-cal

800.793.8090

If you are a woman under 65 without health insurance who has been both screened and diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer, you can get free Medi-Cal immediately, and during the entire time you are receiving cancer treatment, if your income is less than $1595.

Patient Advocate Foundation

800.532.5274

www.patientadvocate.org

Insurance and Financial Information

Cancer Legal Resource Center from the Loyola Law School  

866.843.2572

www.disabilityrightslegalcenter.org

Cancer in the work place, insurance information, Trust and Estates, Custody/Guardianship/Conservatorship/Government Benefits/Advance Directives.

In-Home Support Services  

888.944.4477

Helps pay for services to eligible persons to enable them to stay at home.

The Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc. 

www.medicareadvocacy.org

Insurance, financial information, advocacy, publications, scholarships for survivors.

NeedyMeds.com

Site to learn about patient assistance programs and other programs designed to help those who can’t afford their medicines.