Why is mesothelioma treatment so expensive?

Costs may include hospital stays, specialized surgeries, medications, and follow-up care, just to name a few. Mesothelioma assistance is very costly because the treatment is often extensive and some aspects may not be covered by insurance. Fortunately, financial assistance is typically available for patients and families suffering from mesothelioma. In addition to recoveries from legal options, it can come from insurance, asbestos trust funds, grants, and nonprofit programs. Our team helps patients navigate these resources so no one has to face the burden alone.

When I started treatment, the costs were staggering especially since insurance would not cover my surgery. My husband and I made a decision early on to look into possible compensation options, especially since I had been exposed to asbestos in the past. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made because I was able to use some of that settlement money to help pay for the copays or meet the deductibles. It also helped pay for food and transportation for my kids as I couldn't work during treatment and recovery. In your case, it will all depend on the type of treatment you need and your insurance coverage, but I recommend looking into financial assistance options immediately. Not only did that decision help ensure my treatment was paid for, it also gave my family a bit of security and I ended up with college money for my children. It can’t hurt to at least see what you may qualify for.