Table 1 Relative cost information added to the Slow-Growing Prostate Cancer Option Grid
Option | Included relative cost information |
|---|---|
Monitor with tests | Costs include testing at least once a year. Check your insurance for your exact costs. $-$$ |
Prostatectomy | Costs include surgery and hospital stay, up to 3 days. Check your insurance for your exact costs. $$$ |
Radiation (external beam radiation therapy or brachytherapy) | Check your insurance for your exact costs. External beam radiation: $$$ Brachytherapy: $$-$$$ |
Included cost resources | |
Health insurance can help cover some of your care costs. Whatever type of insurance you have, you want to get the most from your plan. You should call your plan to find out things like: • Does my plan cover the care I need? • Are the hospital and doctors who will be treating me part of my plan’s network? • Does my plan cover the facility fee? If so, how much of the fee is covered? • Do I need to be pre-approved by the insurance company before getting this care? • How much of my deductible have I met? How much of my deductible is left before I meet it? • What will be the copay or coinsurance for the treatment I need? In many cancer centers, social workers or navigators can help patients find information about costs or apply for help paying your bills. They can also help if you need a way to get to and from treatment, short-term housing, or have problems with your job because of your care. For more information or to reach a social worker at [cancer center name], you can call [phone number]. This website also has resources for patients at [cancer center name], including how to apply for more help paying your bills. [Web address for cancer center’s patient support services] | |