9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Medical Benefits
If you have cancer that is related to the WTC attack, your past, current and future out-of-pocket healthcare costs may be reimbursed.
- Medical testing and evaluations
- One-time or ongoing treatment
- Prescribed medications
- Related medical expenses
- Long-term care
- For qualified 9/11 illnesses, the VCF may cover your related medical expenses for as long as you live
- Note that the VCF will not reimburse you for medical expenses that have been, or can be, covered by your own insurance, or Workman’s Compensation
Pre-existing ailments that became worse due the impact of 9/11’s contaminated air may also qualify.
- Additional medical testing and evaluations
- Additional treatment
- Additional rescribed medications
- Related medical expenses
- Long-term care
Remember that children’s health may have been especially susceptible to asbestos and other contaminants released from the WTC collapse.
- Medical testing and evaluations
- One-time or ongoing treatment
- Prescribed medications
- Related medical expenses
- Long-term care
- Note that serious diseases such as mesothelioma and asbestosis may decades to show symptoms.
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund medical benefits are also available to families of those who died from WTC-related health problems.
- Past out-of-pocket medical expenses, testing and medications
- Wrongful death determination
- Funeral, memorial and burial costs
See a list of the various types of cancer and 9/11 illnesses that are covered by the Victims Compensation Fund.
Our dedicated VCF team at Kreindler & Kreindler can help you get a certified diagnosis, and help determine eligibility for your specific health issues.
Successful claims based on 9/11 illnesses receive a tax-free lump-sum financial payout. Find out more about 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund medical benefits, and get your questions answered, by speaking with a legal specialist.
