Cancer insurance can provide payments to be used to offset the costs of cancer treatments, or however the recipient sees fit. It can help alleviate some of the financial burden involved with treatment, allowing you or a loved one more energy to focus on recovery. Coverage varies and is based on guidelines insurance providers set. Some cancer insurance products may provide coverage for both medical and non-medical expenses, while others include only specific medical expenses. Depending upon the policy, the covered expenses may include: 

• Radiation/chemotherapy
• Lab tests
• Hospital stays
• Co-pays and Co-Insurance
• Deductibles
• Surgery
• Transportation and lodging
• Child care
• Household bills
• Doctor appointments
• Experimental treatments
• Prescription medications
• X-rays
• Blood transfusions
• Preventive screenings