Nidia,

Definitely get the screening done first. Carol went to an ENT who did not charge for the office visit or Biopsy procedure (didn't like what he saw) and immediately referred her to another ENT specializing in H&N Cancer here at Shands. His office assisted Carol in getting a 100% full rating City Contract that covered everything and no requirements for payback. Shands also assisted Carol in getting Medicaid. Medicaid pays for everything and hasn't been denied anything she requires to fight this disease.

There is a lot of financial help out there and IF they find anything they may be able to assist or point you in the right direction. Best of luck.

Linda


CG/Carol 57;SCC Stage IV L Tonsil T4N2bM0 12/2009
Recur 7/2010 - 2cm mass Invasive SCC L Floor Lower Jaw
Surgery 8/10 - Trach,ND,p. mandibulectomy,pec flap
ypT4aN0 HG Mucoepidermoid carcinoma
2nd Recur 1/18/11 - Tumor lower left lip
Surgery 2/9/11 - Canceled - Inoperable
3/29/11 - Died