PCA
Intersession Grant
The Intersession Grant is PCA's specialized financial program designed for patients facing denial of advanced wound care by their Medicare Advantage plan. Our purpose is to fill the critical financial gap that exists between your Advantage Plan benefits and the coverage provided by Straight Medicare, allowing you to secure the advanced treatment you need without interruption.
Eligibility Criteria
This one-time grant is focused on immediately stabilizing patients facing acute supply shortages. To ensure we reach those with the greatest need, all applicants must meet the following three criteria:
Current Care Status
The patient must not currently be under the direct care of a provider within the PCA network.
Medical Need
Applicant must provide documentation of a confirmed chronic wound diagnosis requiring the supplies requested. (Current wound photos and diagnosis details are required for verification.)
Financial Burden
Applicant must meet our objective, income-based criteria to demonstrate financial hardship or logistical barriers to accessing essential materials. (Income verification may be required for compliance.)
Compliance & Non-Discrimination Notice
Patient Care Advocates (PCA) grants are provided based on objective, disease-based need and financial eligibility. Grant decisions are independent of the patient’s provider, treatment type, or medication, ensuring adherence to Federal and State Anti Kickback Statutes and the Beneficiary Inducement Statute.
PCA does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex. All applications are reviewed based on the written policy's objective criteria.