Abigail Johnston was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer after she found a lump in her breast.
After transitioning from a busy career to going through cancer treatment, she started her own nonprofit. She recruits lawyers to do pro bono work for people with stage 4 cancer.
In this conversation, she discusses the importance of understanding your insurance policy, financial assistance programs for cancer treatment and what to keep in mind as patient navigating the healthcare system.
The interview has only been edited for clarity.
Full story & transcript → https://www.thepatientstory.com/medical-experts/health-insurance-and-cancer-treatment/
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