There is so much to learn when it comes to stomach cancer. One of the best ways to learn more is to be genomically tested which helps in finding targeted therapies for you or your loved one's specific cancer. Belonging to a great Stomach Cancer group with veteran families who have undergone genomic testing helped in guiding our family in where to go. I had a ton of questions so I contacted them directly and asked if I could add this info to our blog. I wanted to pay it forward for those of you who don't know what steps to take next. For even more info go to:
The following info is directly from their page and can really answer a lot of the
questions you may have. Also please make sure to check out the video at www.foundationmedicine.com it's pretty awesome in explaining exactly what they do.
FAQs
How do I get FoundationOne?
FoundationOne must be ordered by a physician, so the first step is to talk to your oncologist to see if he or she feels you are a good candidate. You can also contact Foundation Medicine for more general information.
How long does it take to get results?
Your physician will receive a report approximately 14-17 days after your tumor specimen is received in our laboratory. Click here for more information about understanding the results.
Will my insurance cover the test?
Foundation Medicine will bill the insurance company for FoundationOne, as the provider of service. Typically, it takes 60 to 90 days for the insurance company to respond to Foundation Medicine’s claims. During this time you may receive an Explanation of Benefits, this is not a bill and will explain the coverage initially offered by the insurance company for FoundationOne.
If the insurance company denies coverage, Foundation Medicine works on your behalf to attempt to obtain coverage and will assist in pursuing appeals on your behalf to minimize the financial burden when appropriate. We may also contact your office for assistance in the appeals process.
Click here for a more detailed explanation of billing financial services.
What is FoundationOne?
FoundationOne is a tool that helps you and your doctor reveal the DNA alterations that are driving the growth of your cancer and identifies treatment options that may be available to you based on the alterations in your unique cancer.
Who is eligible for the FoundationOne test?
FoundationOne is available for any patient with a malignant solid tumor. It may reveal additional relevant treatment options to consider for patients based on the molecular profile of their tumor or may help provide additional information for patients who are searching for clinical trial options.
How might FoundationOne help me?
FoundationOne helps your physician reveal the DNA alterations driving the growth of your cancer and identify treatment options that may be available to you based on the alterations in your unique cancer which may not have otherwise been considered. Your physician can help determine if you are a good candidate for FoundationOne.
Does FoundationOne predict response to chemotherapy or the likelihood of recurrence?
No, FoundationOne was not designed to predict response to chemotherapy or recurrence. FoundationOne helps match the genomic alterations present in a tumor with specific targeted therapies or clinical trials.
Who can I contact if I have additional questions?
FoundationOne Customer Services Team: (888) 988-3639
- Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am EST – 6:00 pm EST
- Fax: (617) 418-2290
- Email our support team.
Please have your account number (found on your bill) and insurance policy number (from your insurance card) available.
In regards to billing, I was explained they will bill the patient’s insurance directly, however they do not yet have enough experience with the insurers to know which ones will and will not pay at this point. The list price for the test is $5800.00. Financial assistance is available.
Please contact www.foundationmedicine.com for further assistance.
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