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Screened but still struggling: Challenges in delivering financial assistance after positive financial toxicity screens.

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Only 45% of patients who screened positive for financial toxicity received any documented intervention, indicating significant service gaps.
Documented attempts for follow-up occurred in 3,383 positive screens, highlighting the demand for financial support in cancer care.
Barriers included 43% of patients being unreachable, and 13% declining assistance, showcasing the complexities in delivering effective aid.
Patient financial services faced increased stress with 300 additional positive screens monthly without a rise in staffing or resources.

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Assessment reveals low intervention rates by patient financial services after positive financial toxicity screens, suggesting systemic challenges.

Budhu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Assessment reveals low intervention rates by patient financial services after positive financial toxicity screens, suggesting systemic challenges.