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Support for Members Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis
Walking the path together
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming - for both patients and their loved ones. At Premera, we understand that every person’s experience with it is unique, and we’re here to provide compassionate, comprehensive support every step of the way.
Your partners in care
During this challenging time, we're right by your side—offering tailored support programs, expertise, resources, and a team that’s ready to help at all stages of your care.
Your care and prior authorization
It's our goal to help you receive the care you need. Some procedures require prior authorization. Your in-network healthcare provider will request this on your behalf when needed.
Services that require prior authorization can include:
- Advanced imaging (MRI, CAT, PET scans)
- Chemotherapy drugs
- Oral chemotherapy drugs
- Drugs to treat side effects
- Radiation therapy treatments
Second opinions
Seeing a different doctor to confirm a diagnosis or treatment plan is common and encouraged. If you want a second opinion for any reason, your plan usually covers it at the same cost as any office visit.
Clinical trials
Clinical trials or studies test new medical drugs, devices, or procedures. If you and your doctor decide this is right for you, your health plan covers the routine medical costs of a qualified clinical trial. Depending on the specifics of the trial, this might include some investigative treatments. Make sure your provider checks with us to see what parts of the clinical trial are covered in your medical benefit plan.
Cancer screenings
Get colonoscopy and mammogram details-including at-home colon cancer screening kits.
Your health, your choice
Medically reviewed guides help you make informed decisions.
Benefits under your health plan may differ. Sign in to your account to check your benefits to see what your specific health plan covers.
Your health plan covers preventive care services as required by state and federal law. For more information, please review the "A" and "B" rated services on the United States Preventive Services Task Force, immunizations recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and preventive care and screening recommended by the Health Resources and Services Administration. See the list on healthcare.gov.
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