Examining financial and care disparities among cancer patients after the Affordable Care Act
Official title: Disparities in Financial and Clinical Outcomes among Commercially-Insured Cancer Patients following the Affordable Care Act
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10804123 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how the Affordable Care Act has changed things for cancer patients with commercial insurance, especially those who are struggling financially or have ongoing health issues, to see if they are facing any gaps in care or money troubles.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $402,600 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CA274541-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10804123 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are commercially insured cancer patients, especially those who are near-poor or have chronic health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are uninsured or have government-funded insurance programs may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the Affordable Care Act has affected commercially insured cancer patients, particularly those who are near-poor or have chronic conditions. It aims to identify the risks of underinsurance, which can lead to financial hardships and gaps in care for these vulnerable patients. By analyzing a comprehensive database that includes cancer registry data, insurance claims, and financial records, the study seeks to uncover the extent of these disparities and their impact on patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved policies and support systems that enhance care and financial security for cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that disparities in healthcare access and financial outcomes exist among underinsured populations, suggesting that this study's focus is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ramsey, Scott D. — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Ramsey, Scott D.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.