Does cancer insurance exist?
Fairly new to the market are health insurance policies that specifically cover cancer treatment. Some plans pay travel expenses, such as airfare, meals and hotels, that may be necessary if you must go elsewhere to seek treatment. Longuet says these incidental expenses can be significant. “These policies, just like all others, run the gamut from great to not-so-great,” she says. “Be sure to research and know what you’re paying for.