Financial and Resource Support

Personalized support for survivors and families.

At the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), we are committed to supporting people impacted by ovarian cancer beyond treatment. Financial and resource support helps patients and families navigate insurance questions, financial concerns, disability benefits, and practical challenges that can arise during ovarian cancer care.

NOCC’s financial and resource support team provides one-on-one guidance to help individuals understand their options and connect with programs that may provide assistance.

To ensure patients receive the most helpful support, NOCC collaborates with trained patient advocates from the Patient Advocate Foundation who help individuals navigate complex insurance and financial challenges related to cancer care.

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What financial and resource support can help you with

This program is designed to support you if you are facing questions, stress, or barriers related to the cost of care, insurance coverage, employment concerns, or everyday needs while facing ovarian cancer.

NOCC’s financial and resource support team helps connect individuals and families with resources that may reduce financial strain and improve access to care.

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How we support you

You will receive one-on-one guidance to help you understand your options and take the next steps. Support can include help with:

Financial assistance
  • Screening for financial assistance programs that may help address urgent needs related to treatment or daily living expenses.
Insurance navigation
  • Help understanding insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs
  • Assistance with applications, enrollments, denials, and appeals
  • Verification of claims and correction of billing issues
Disability and employment support
  • Guidance on disability benefits and appeals
  • Support with workplace accommodations, employment rights, and leave options
Practical and everyday support
  • Connections to transportation, meal support, and daily living resources
  • Referrals to trusted community and national programs for ongoing support
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How to get help

Connecting with NOCC’s financial and resource support team is simple. You can request support online or contact the team by phone.

Request online
To get started, complete the short form. After submitting, you will be securely redirected to our online portal for support.

Call our team
Phone: 888-OVARIAN (888-682-7426)

Support is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Translation services are available.

Providing a quality experience is our number one priority. To ensure our financial and resource support team can provide in-depth, hands-on support, we limit the number of new cases our team can accept each day. If this happens, please call us back the next business day to speak with a team member. You can also call back and press 0 for other NOCC support.

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Who this program is for

You may be able to receive financial and resource support if you are:

  • Having testing done to determine a diagnosis
  • Scheduled to start treatment for ovarian cancer
  • In treatment for ovarian cancer
  • Have finished treatment and am getting follow-up care
  • Receiving hospice care

You may also qualify if you need help navigating issues such as:

  • Understanding or enrolling in Medicaid, Medicare, Marketplace plans, or employer insurance
  • Insurance coverage questions or denials of care
  • Applying for disability benefits
  • Managing financial concerns related to treatment or everyday living expenses

You’re not alone

Ovarian cancer can bring challenges that extend beyond medical treatment. Through financial and resource support, NOCC helps individuals and families navigate these challenges, reduce stress, and connect with resources that can make a meaningful difference during treatment and recovery.

Frequently asked questions about financial and resource support

What does the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s financial and resource support help with?

  • Financial Assistance
    • Financial assistance resources to help with urgent needs
  • Insurance Navigation
    • Help with understanding insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs
    • Assistance with applications, enrollments, denials, and appeals
    • Verification of claims and correction of billing errors
  • Disability & Employment Support
    • Guidance on disability benefits and appeals
    • Support with workplace accommodations, rights, and leave options
  • Practical & Everyday Support
    • Help with transportation, daily living needs, food and meal delivery, and connections to community programs
    • Referrals to local and national resources for ongoing stability.

Am I eligible for assistance?

If you are in need of financial or practical assistance and are experiencing any stage of care related to ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer, as shown below, we can help.

  • Having testing done to determine a diagnosis
  • Scheduled to start treatment for ovarian cancer
  • In treatment for ovarian cancer
  • Have finished treatment and am getting follow-up care
  • Receiving hospice care

How do I request financial & resource support?

NOCC’s Financial & Resource Support Team is available Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.  

Phone: 

  • 888-OVARIAN (888-682-7426)
  • Translation is available

Request support online:

Individuals can request help and speak with a financial & resource support team member by filling out our online form on ovarian.org. 

Please note: Providing a quality experience to everyone we serve is our number one priority. To ensure our case management team can provide the in-depth, hands-on support required to resolve access and affordability challenges faced by survivors and families who look to us for help, we limit the number of new cases our team can assist with each day. Please know you can call the next business day. 

What will I need to have in front of me when speaking to a financial & resource support team member or submitting an online request?

Having the following information available will help:

  • First & Last Name
  • Address & Phone Number
  • Gender, Ethnicity & Marital Status
  • Veteran Status, Employment Status, Date of Birth

Can loved ones, friends, or others call on my behalf?

Yes. Caregivers or other points of contact (family members, friends, social workers, etc.) may request support on your behalf.

NOTE: If you are the contact person and submitting the request online, there will be a section for you to provide your information and contact details so the case manager may reach out to you.

What happens after I request help online?

After you submit an online request for help, one of our staff members will look over your request, and you will be assigned to a financial & resource support case manager who will contact you within 2 business days.

What happens if I call and hear a message saying the team has reached the maximum number of individuals it can support that day?

If you hear this message, it simply means the Financial & Resource Support team has reached the number of new individuals they can assist that day. This helps ensure that everyone who connects with the team receives the time and one-on-one support needed to address their situation.

You’re welcome to call back on the next business day, or call 888-OVARIAN (888-682-7426) and press 0 to speak with someone on NOCC’s Mission Programs team.

Who can I contact if I have questions about the program?

For questions about the program, individuals can email programs@ovarian.org or call 888-OVARIAN (888-682-7426) for assistance.

Thanks to our dedicated sponsors for their support

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) is a 501(c)(3) organization, and these programs are funded solely by financial commitments from partners and individuals who want to make an impact on the lives of those affected by ovarian cancer.

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