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August 25, 2025
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Members shared their experiences with Medicare coverage for cancer treatments, with many finding that combining original Medicare with a... Read more

Members shared their experiences with Medicare coverage for cancer treatments, with many finding that combining original Medicare with a supplemental plan greatly reduced out-of-pocket costs. Several members noted key details, like the new $2,000 annual cap on Part D prescription drug costs, the importance of choosing between Medicare Advantage and supplemental plans wisely, and the option to seek free help from Medicare counselors. A recurring theme was gratitude for coverage that made expensive treatments affordable, alongside encouragement to research plan options carefully before retiring.

A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Thank you Lisa. Because if I retire I will have to depend on Medicare for my care. I am a little bit confused your Medicare takes care of your cancer care fully, Then you have to come out of pocket for your meds. I am still working. God Bless you many prayers and thoughts are with you.

August 25, 2025
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I've been blessed with my Medicare and Supplement insurance. So far, it's covered the majority of my expenses. It's expensive compared to some plans, but I have very few co-pays or adjustments. If I get a higher-than-normal bill, I wait. It usually works out. I could never afford the cost of my treatment otherwise; it's over $15,000 every 3 weeks. Every state is different and I assume the medication price varies as well.

September 9, 2025
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I am on Medicaid and it does pay for all my treatments, care, and medication. I am only 60 years old. I have stage 4 lung cancer that spread to my brain. I get fatigued very easily and have problems with coordination and balance.

August 28, 2025
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I have a $2900 deductable and a $2000 deductable on prescription drugs. Once I pay those Medicare pays the rest. I was 74 when my cancer appeared so total out of pocket has been doable, thank God.
Prayers for all of you.

August 26, 2025
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I have Medicare and an Aarp United Supplemental and all I've had to pay is 240.00 a year deductible and part D prescriptions. Most of my prescriptions are free or cheap except my Eliquis.

September 18, 2025

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