Free Products and Services for Melanoma Patients

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Good Days provides financial help for melanoma cancer patients who cannot afford treatment and/or medication. Programs are available for insured and uninsured patients in the USA and eligibility is based on program funding and the patient’s financial need. For more program information and a current application, please visit this link on their website.

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The PAN Foundation is a national nonprofit that provides copay, deductible, and premium financial assistance for Medicare-insured melanoma cancer patients in the USA who are in active treatment and income that falls at or below 500% of the Federal Poverty Level. Fund pays up to $6800 per year. To apply, please visit this link.

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TAF provides melanoma patients with financial help for out-of-pocket costs including copays, deductibles, and coinsurance for the prescription drugs Keytruda (Pembrolizumab Injection), Mekinist (Trametinib), Tafinlar (Dabrafenib), and Vitrakvi (Larotrectinib).  The patient must be a US resident and meet financial eligibility criteria based upon household income and size. Please click here to check current financial eligibility requirements (changes yearly) and to fill out the application form online here.

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Financial assistance for prescription drug co-payments for qualified melanoma patients. This income-based program for US residents is sponsored by the Patient Advocate Foundation, a non-profit providing services to patients since 2004. Phone counselors are available to assist with the application process by calling (866) 512-3861. For more on current income eligibility and to submit an application for help, please visit this link.

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Assistance for melanoma cancer patients is broad and varied with this program and may include prescription copays, health insurance premiums, deductibles and coinsurance and travel costs. For application and eligibility information, please call Healthwell directly as the program application is not available online. Dial (800) 675-8416 during business hours M-F 9am-5pm EST for help.

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This program provides financial assistance to eligible melanoma patients who have been prescribed Imlygic. It offers co-pay support, as well as financial assist for those without insurance. Please visit the link above or call (866) 264-2778 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) for assistance over the phone.

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Pfizer Oncology Together support program provides comprehensive patient assistance including financial support and patient advocacy for those prescribed Braftovi and Mektovi. Patients with or without insurance can receive assistance. Please complete the form here or call (877) 744-5675 to get help today.

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This program provides support to patients who have been prescribed Yervoy or Opdivo, offering benefits investigations, prior authorization assistance, and appeal process support. They also offer co-pay assistance to eligible patients based on financial need. Call (800) 861-0048 8 am to 8 pm ET, Monday – Friday for help over the phone or complete the request form here on the website.

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This foundation aims to provide patients who do not have health insurance, or who have financial concerns, access to their prescribed Genentech medicines. It offers full patient assistance for Zelboraf and Cotellic. Fill out the Patient Consent Form here and send it via fax or email printed on the form to get started.

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This service offers access to resources and support for patients prescribed Novartis Oncology medications such as Tafinlar and Mekinist. It assists with understanding insurance coverage and exploring financial assistance options whether insured, uninsured or underinsured. Please visit this link or call (877) 577-7756 for immediate help over the phone.

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This program helps eligible patients access Keytruda, providing personalized support and patient assistance services. This includes exploring coverage options and offering co-pay assistance programs. Eligible patients must live in the US and meet income limits based on household size. Application can be obtained by calling (800) 727-5400 8 AM – 8 PM ET M-F or by downloading the printable PDF version here.

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Melanoma Research Alliance, the largest nonprofit funder of melanoma research, offers a free personalized clinical trial locator specific to each melanoma patient’s needs from among over 400 currently enrolling programs. Please click on this link to fill out the questionnaire to get matched to a melanoma clinical trial that’s right for you.

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Get one-on-one support from an experienced and knowledgeable nurse who can answer your questions regarding diagnosis and treatment. If you have been diagnosed with melanoma and have questions, please call (877) 246-2635 or email the address provided above for help. More program information is available here.

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AIM at Melanoma offers a free peer support program for patients, family members, and caregivers to receive guidance and understanding from a mentor who shares similar history with this disease.  Please complete the link at the bottom of this page or call the number above to be connected with a peer volunteer.

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Impact Melanoma’s Billy’s Buddies program offers free peer support to melanoma cancer patients and caregivers. Connect with people who understand (because they’ve been there) and can guide you through the treatment journey, from discussing possible side effects of treatment to providing emotional support. Please click this link for the application to match with a Billy’s Buddies volunteer.

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Free 15-week online support group for those diagnosed with melanoma and who are currently in active treatment. Program is led by a social worker with specialized oncology-related training. Network and share with others in a similar situation to both give and receive essential emotional and practical support.  Register here for the next session.

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This grant program helps patients with ocular melanoma to cover up to $2000 of their travel expenses associated with treatment. The foundation understands that the cost of travel can be a significant burden, and this program is designed to alleviate that stress, making it easier for patients to get the care they need. More program details and online application can be found here.

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A Cure in Sight assists ocular melanoma patients who are facing financial hardship due to their disease. This generous grant of up to $1500 can be used to cover a range of expenses related directly to treatment, including medical bills, transportation costs, and accommodation fees. To learn more about the program and eligibility criteria, please visit this link.

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Ocular Melanoma Foundation’s Prosthetic Assistance Program provides financial assistance grants ranging from $1000 to- $3000 for an ocular prosthesis (an artificial eye) for those diagnosed with uveal melanoma or choroidal melanoma and have demonstrated financial need. Please check your eligibility (income requirements change annually) and complete the online application form here.