Investigational cancer treatments coverage report /

To comply with 20 ILCS 1405/56.3, the Illinois Dept. of Insurance was required to conduct a three year report (2000-2002), which included an analysis of the effect of the coverage requirements on the cost of insurance and health care; the results of the treatments to patients; the mortality rate among cancer patients; any improvements in care of patients; and any imporvements in the quality of life of patients.

"The report was mandated by P.A. 91-0406 (effective Jan. 1, 2000)." -- Letter of transmittal.

"May 14, 2003." -- Letter of transmittal.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 14-15).

1. Executive summary. -- 2. Section I: Statutory requirements. -- 3. Section II: Review of publications and other pertinent material. -- 4. Section III: Methodology. -- 5. Section IV: Analysis. -- 6. Section V: Conclusion. -- 7. Notes. -- 8. Selected bibliography.

To comply with 20 ILCS 1405/56.3, the Illinois Dept. of Insurance was required to conduct a three year report (2000-2002), which included an analysis of the effect of the coverage requirements on the cost of insurance and health care; the results of the treatments to patients; the mortality rate among cancer patients; any improvements in care of patients; and any imporvements in the quality of life of patients.

Mode of access: Internet.