Free Fertility, Genetics and other Medical Care for Cancer Patients
Out-of-pocket medical-care expenses (even with insurance) can be extremely high after a cancer diagnosis. These fertility, genetics, and other medical service providers offer care to cancer patients at no cost. If you live in the USA and have been affected by this disease, please check out the programs below that offer free care for cancer patients. We’ve outlined the eligibility guidelines for each program here but be sure to visit the website of the service you’re interested in for program requirements, application, and deadlines.
Quest Diagnostics Patient Assistance Program
Description:
Nationwide discount program for laboratory services for all uninsured or underinsured cancer patients residing in the USA. Discounts are based on USDHHS income guidelines and can be as much as 100% of the total amount due. All cancer types eligible. For the downloadable application (doc format) for the Quest Diagnostics Patient Assistance Program, please click this link: http://www.questdiagnostics.com/home/about/corporate-citizenship/community-giving/assistance/.
Team Maggie's Dream
Description:
Financial assistance of up to $2500 is available to young women and men residing in the USA who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer and have out-of-pocket costs related to preserving eggs and sperm. Application, current eligibility guidelines, and more information on this fertility financial assistance program for cancer patients can be found here: https://www.teammaggieforacure.org/grants.
The Healing Curve
Description:
This nonprofit helps cancer patients with financial support to obtain no-cost reconstructive surgeries to restore physical appearance, improve emotional well-being, and aid in the full and complete recovery after a cancer diagnosis. What started as a service for breast cancer reconstruction has expanded to offer services for all cancer patients nationwide who qualify. To learn more about the program and get in touch visit this page: https://thehealingcurve.org/reconstruction/.
Dental Lifeline Network
Description:
Free dental treatment provided for those who are disabled, elderly, or medically fragile and cannot afford necessary care. The program operates through a volunteer network of over 15,000 dentists and 3,500 dental labs across the USA. To find out eligibility requirements, please visit this link and choose your state of residence to get started: https://dentallifeline.org/our-state-programs/.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Description:
Ferring Pharmaceuticals and Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy have developed the Heart Beat program to help ease some of the financial burden of fertility preservation medications. This free fertility medication program is available to women in the US who have been diagnosed with cancer and have not had chemotherapy within the past six months. To get immediate assistance, please call toll free (888) 347-3415.
AGC Scholarship Foundation
Email: info@agcscholarships.org
Description:
The AGC Scholarship Foundation provides financial assistance to pay for treatments for US residents struggling with infertility. Award amounts vary based on need. For current application period, visit https://agcscholarships.org/application/.
Livestrong Fertility
Phone: (855) 844-7777
Description:
Livestrong Fertility assists both men and women who’ve been diagnosed with cancer understand fertility risks and options, and get fertility preservation discounts. They also provide free fertility medications for women. Eligibility is based on financial need. Livestrong has a network of over 650 fertility clinics and sperm banks nationwide. To find a participating clinic or bank near you, visit https://livestrongfertilityportal.unicentric.com/Login/Index#_ga=2.239454787.1162970552.1515781242-1849774009.1515005963 or call toll-free (855) 844-7777 for help over the phone.
The Oncofertility Consortium
Description:
The Oncofertility Consortium is a network of medical professionals who provide patients interested in fertility preservation with free resources, tools, and support. For more on this program by Northwestern University, please visit: http://oncofertility.northwestern.edu/resources/about-fertline. To locate a clinic near you that can help, visit http://oncofertility.northwestern.edu/find-a-clinic-or-center.
Verna’s Purse
Phone: (888) 489-8944
Description:
Free financial assistance to individuals who are facing cancer treatments that will affect fertility. This fertility preservation program is offered through partnership with ReproTech, Ltd. Program eligibility is based on financial need. To view requirements and complete an application for assistance, visit https://www.reprotech.com/. Help is also available over the phone by calling (888) 489-8944.
Myriad Genetics, Inc.
Phone: (800) 469-7423
Email: billing@myriad.com
Description:
Myriad offers two financial assistance programs, one for insured and the other for uninsured patients. Myriad’s Financial Assistance for Underinsured Patients program may reduce out-of-pocket costs for qualified underinsured patients in the U.S. to no more than $100. The Financial Assistance for Uninsured Patients program provides testing services at no charge. Both programs are for patients who meet certain medical and income requirements. For more on both and to print a PDF application form (available in English and Spanish), please visit https://myriad.com/myriad-cares-2/financial-assistance-program/.
Give Kids a Smile
Phone: (636) 397-6453
Description:
Give Kids A Smile is part of the ADA’s Action for Dental Health, a nationwide, community-based movement that offers free dental care for children under 18 once a year (usually in February) in your local community. To find a location near you, visit http://www.gkas.org/.
Dentistry from the Heart
Phone: (727) 849-2002
Email: smile@dentistryfromtheheart.org
Description:
Dentistry from the Heart is a nonprofit organization that provides free dental services (extractions, fillings, and cleanings) nationwide to those over 18 who are in need of care. This program sponsors events in all 50 states and Canada. To locate an event near you, please visit https://dentistryfromtheheart.org/news/.
I have heard amazing things about Livestrong fertility!
Hi Jemma! We agree; programs like Livestrong fertility provide wonderful options for those who want to have children after treatment.
Mom was a breast cancer survivor and she had to go through a lot to have me, but they didn’t have all the help and resources we have now.
Great to see us progressing as a medical society.
Hi Sarah, thank you for your visit today! Yes, it is great to see all of these resources for cancer patients. We wish you and your mom all the very best!