Getting a Second Opinion
Before starting treatment, the patient may want another doctor to review the diagnosis and treatment plan. Some insurance companies require a second opinion; others may pay for a second opinion if the patient requests it. There are a number of ways to find specialists to consult for a second opinion:
- The patient's doctor may suggest a specialist for a second opinion.
- The Cancer Information Service, at 1-800-4-CANCER, can tell callers about treatment
facilities, including cancer centers and other programs in their area supported by the National
Cancer Institute.
- Patients can get the names of doctors from their local medical society, a nearby hospital, or a medical school.
The information contained in these pages
is for educational / reference use only.
Sources:
National Institutes of Health
