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Getting a second opinion

Many people with colorectal cancer get a second opinion, often at an NCI-designated center. It is common and doctors expect it.

What usually happens

  1. Ask your insurer whether second opinions are covered and whether you need a referral. Coverage not verified
  2. Choose a center or specialist. Many NCI-designated centers have a second-opinion or new-patient line.
  3. Collect your records: pathology report and slides, imaging, operative report, biomarker results.
  4. Write down your questions and bring someone with you.
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