financial navigator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-003218",
  "term": "financial navigator",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A person who works with patients and their families to help them reduce stress or hardship related to the cost of treatment for a medical condition, such as cancer. Financial navigators help patients understand their out-of-pocket expenses and what their health insurance plans may cover. Financial navigators may also help patients set up payment plans, find cost-saving methods for treatments, and improve access to health care services that the patient needs.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/financial-navigator/"
}