What services should a health insurance plan for cancer survivors cover?

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    LIVESTRONG answered:
    As you research different health insurance plans, find out if the plan covers payment for all or a portion of the following medical items and services:
    • Follow-up care, including exams, scans, x-rays and lab services
    • Prescription medications
    • Emergency services, including ambulance transport
    • Routine physicals
    • Eye exams, glasses and contacts
    • Hearing exams and hearing aids
    • Dental exams and treatments
    Other considerations for plan coverage include:
    • Programs for specific medical conditions, such as asthma, diabetes or heart
    • Care giver services, such as respite care and social services
    • Wellness programs and classes
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