New program aims to ease financial burden for cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07664436

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a simple screening tool to identify cancer patients struggling with medical costs. Those who screen positive will be connected to financial counseling and resources at their hospital. The goal is to make it easier for patients to afford their care and reduce financial stress.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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financial counseling and navigation

What this could lead to

If successful, this program could reduce financial stress for cancer patients and improve their ability to afford care.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study focused on feasibility, not on direct health outcomes. The program may not work in all hospitals or for all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer Financial Stress neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Cone Health Alamance Regional

    Burlington, North Carolina, 27215, United States

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  • Perlmutter Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10016, United States

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  • UNC Health Pardee

    Hendersonville, North Carolina, 28791, United States

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  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States