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Breast Cancer
Discover breast cancer information, caregiver resources, member benefits, and more.
What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer
Finding breast cancer early can lead to the best outcomes. It’s important to know what breast cancer looks and feels like. Find out how to do self-exams as well as common signs and symptoms.
1 in 8 women
will get breast cancer in their lifetime1
About 85% of women
who get breast cancer have no family history2
How does breast cancer get diagnosed and treated?
What are the causes and risk factors of breast cancer?
Being diagnosed with breast cancer is scary. The good news is you're not alone.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with breast cancer or are helping a loved one navigate this journey, you can access educational resources, programs, personal stories, and support services to help you, all in one place.
Navigating a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and challenging. We’re here to offer a full set of facts and a caring community where you can find strength and support. Cigna Healthcare® is with you every step of the way, wherever you are in your breast cancer journey.
Cigna Healthcare Member Oncology Benefits
Diagnosed with breast cancer? Call the number on the back of your member ID card to connect with a Personal Oncology Nurse Advocate who can support you through your journey.
Discover member benefits
Not a member? Here are tips and questions to ask about your oncology benefits.
Hope and Guidance from Real Survivors
Every breast cancer journey is unique, but many people experience the same fears and emotions. Take comfort as you watch and read real stories of breast cancer survivors.
AskEllyn.ai: A Companion for Your Breast Cancer Journey
Whether you were just diagnosed, are going through treatment, or have a loved one with breast cancer, you deserve support. AskEllyn.ai is a free AI companion, available 24/7. Ask questions or simply receive comfort in this private and unique chat experience.
Additional Articles and Topics
Breast Cancer Community
Breast Cancer Caregiver Resources
Are you a Cigna Healthcare member?
As a member there are many ways we support you through a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Recently diagnosed with breast cancer? Call the number on the back of your member ID card to connect with a Personal Oncology Nurse Advocate who can support you through your journey.
Mental and Emotional Health
Your benefits may include options for accessing therapy and emotional support via telehealth, in-person, or app-based services. There are many therapists who have been trained to help those going through a cancer journey.
Case Management
Your Personal Nurse Advocate provides guidance, care coordination, and personalized support throughout your diagnosis and treatment.
View the Oncology Case Management flyer [PDF]
Nutrition Support
Get guidance from various Cigna Healthcare specialists on how best to manage nutrition and diet.
Specialty Pharmacy
When you need specialized medications, our Accredo® pharmacists fill and ship medications right to your home and can provide cancer-specific medication support as part of your treatment.
Learn more about our specialty pharmacy
Oncology Consult Service
Depending on your health plan, you may have access to a service that partners with community oncologists and National Cancer Institutes (NCI). These providers perform secondary reviews of diagnosis and drug treatment plans for complex cancer cases.
Tobacco Cessation
If you're trying to quit smoking, find help with programs and coaching services such as QuitBot.
Additional benefits may include acupuncture, massage, wigs, transportation to and from appointments, a nurse advocate, oncology-specific behavioral support, financial counseling, and more, depending on your plan design.
Not a Cigna Healthcare member? We're here to help.
Even if you're not a Cigna Healthcare member, there are many resources available to you to assist you on your breast cancer journey. Make sure to contact your insurance company to learn what cancer care benefits and services are available to you.
Resources
- Managing Your Health Insurance and Medical Bills- The American Cancer Society has many resources for how to keep up with medical-related payments and what to ask your insurance company.
- findhelp.org - Formerly known as "Aunt Bertha," findhelp is a free database to find local programs and support—such as financial assistance, housing, and food—based on your zip code
- American Cancer Society, 24/7 cancer support line:
- Susan G. Komen, Breast Care Helpline:
Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company
- What is my maximum out-of-pocket deductible for the year? (This is the most you will pay for the year for in-network providers. After this, your plan typically pays the majority of eligible healthcare services for the rest of the policy year.)
- How much have I spent already towards my maximum out-of-pocket deductible? (You can reduce your total maximum out-of-pocket deductible by this amount, since you have already paid it.)
- Are the oncologist, surgeon, and radiologists I selected in-network? If not, can you help me find in-network providers near me?
- Is there a benefit that tells me where I can receive in-network medical infusions (chemotherapy)? Does this benefit help me and my oncologist order my chemo in-network? (For example, Cigna Healthcare offers Cigna Pathwell Specialty®, a medical network and benefit that manages where you can receive your infusion. Ideally, your oncologist is at the same place as where you receive infusions.)
- Is there an oncology program I can enroll in or personal nurse assistant who can work with me to help me navigate my benefits?
- Is there a program that allows my oncology plan to be reviewed by another qualified oncologist?
- Do I have a benefit that helps me pay for a wig?
- Do I have a benefit that offers a dietitian? (For example, you may get a certain number of free visits with a hospital nutritionist who can guide you on what to eat during and after chemo.)
- Can I get a discounted medical wearable device, such as a Fitbit®?
- Can I get a discounted gym membership?
- What is my EAP (Employer Assistance Program) or behavioral health benefit?
- Are acupuncturists covered?
- What smoking cessation or alcohol cessation programs can support me?
Other Tips
- Work with your health insurance company to ensure you are seeing in-network oncologists, radiologists and surgeons, or you may end up paying more.
- Seek care at an NCI-Designated Cancer Center, if there is an in-network hospital near you.
- Understand your health insurance benefits based on the above questions.
1 Key Statistics for Breast Cancer, American Cancer Society, January 22, 2025, https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer/about/how-common-is-breast-cancer.html
2 Breast Cancer Facts and Statistics, BreastCancer.org, February 14, 2025, https://www.breastcancer.org/facts-statistics
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