Bone Marrow Transplant

Financial Questions related to Bone Marrow Transplant

The expenses relating to bone marrow transplant are a significant concern. Mayo Clinic social workers and business office representatives routinely meet with patients and their families during the initial evaluation for transplant to explain the financial options available.

The costs that can be incurred depend on whether the patient receives an allogeneic or an autologous stem cell transplant. An allogeneic transplant typically involves more intensive care and follow-up, and therefore costs more than autologous stem cell or marrow transplant. Some additional expenses incurred for allogeneic transplant include family tissue typing to identify a compatible donor, the medical evaluation of the donor candidate, and collecting the donor's marrow or stem cells.

The costs of bone marrow transplant may be covered by a health insurance policy, a managed-care plan, a government medical assistance plan or other means. Mayo Clinic's insurance representatives are happy to help patients understand the financial support that is available. We work with third-party payers and will be happy to explore the options for a patient's coverage.

It will also be important to talk with the insurance company to learn about coverage for the pharmacuetical products that are required as part of bone marrow transplant.

Patients may contact the Admissions and Business Services Office before coming to Rochester for evaluation if they have concerns about the costs of transplant.