Political Quotes

“Orally administered anticancer drugs are becoming the standard care for certain types of cancer as a promising alternative to traditional chemotherapy, which is administered through the vein. They are also driving some of the most exciting research in fighting cancer as 35 percent in the oncology pipeline are oral chemo drugs. Unfortunately, insurance policies have not kept pace with the science. Typically, IV chemotherapy is covered as a medical benefit while oral chemotherapy is covered under the prescription drug component. This creates a disparity in coverage and a financial disincentive to choose oral chemotherapy. Cancer patients should choose a course of treatment based on what they and their doctors believe will work best. That is why I have introduced the Cancer Drug Coverage Parity Act. It would require insurance plans to provide coverage for oral chemotherapy at a cost no less favorable than that of traditional chemotherapy. My bill has 68 bipartisan cosponsors. I urge my colleagues to join us to support the development of these promising new treatments to patients who need them. ____________________”