The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACSCAN) is a non-profit sister organization to the American Cancer Society (ACS). In its 11th year, it is dedicated to fighting the battle against cancer. While it supports the many services and programs provided through ACS, the ACSCAN staff, members and volunteers fight the battle on the legislative front – in Congress and in state legislatures. Yesterday, Erin O'Neill, Senior Director, (Grassroots Campaign, Washington DC office ACSCAN) announced one hurtle has been successfully overcome.
A full copy of the press release from ACSCAN can be found here. More information can be obtained through the ACSCAN website or through the local grassroots liaison:
Sherry McCammon
Grassroots Manager – Maryland and DC
8219 Town Center Drive
Baltimore MD 21236
410-931-5146.
Anyone who has dealt with medical issues, including insurance coverage knows it can be extremely confusing trying to compare one policy with another. It often seems like you are trying to compare apples vs. oranges or vegetables vs. woodworking. While many policies covered a visit to a specialist, some insisted on referrals or stringent rules on how many visits per year. Still other policies cover necessary cancer screenings and others do not. Congress, as it deals with the regulations for universal health care, has attempted to address and resolve at least one major aspect of this confusion.
“Late yesterday (Thursday, February 9, 2012), the White House announced new rules requiring health insurance companies to provide simple, straightforward benefits information so consumers could more easily compare their insurance options and prices,” said O'Neill on Friday, February 10.
O'Neill notified all members of the ACSCAN regarding this success story. Thanks were expressed for the help provided by ACSCAN members and supporters fighting cancer. Proactive communication with members of Congress is creditted for helping win this battle in the health care coverage war.
A forewarning was also disseminated, giving members a heads-up that there will be other such battles ahead as various issues are presented to Congress as the health care rules and regulations are formulated for release to providers and the public.
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