Supporting cancer patients in their hour of need.
Excavators Union Local 731 Welfare Fund has partnered with CancerNavigator to offer a unique, no-cost support service to all Level 1 and Level 2 members and their eligible dependents as well as retirees on Anthem health plans.
1:1 Support for Patients and their Families
Our team of Oncology Nurse Navigators can help you:
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Find great experts for care
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Schedule appointments quickly
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Find convenient transportation
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Manage medication and side effects
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Identify potential financial assistance
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Locate support groups and resources
Meet Meg,
a CancerNavigator Oncology Nurse available through Excavators Local 731.
Meg has over 10 years of experience in oncology, working as a nurse navigator for the past several years.
“I have a passion for helping patients and family members navigate anything and everything surrounding a cancer diagnosis, not only here in the US, but also in Kenya, where I have a non-profit dedicated to empowering village doctors and nurses with the tools and knowledge to screen for cancer, and providing health insurance when cancer treatment is needed.”
- Meg, RN
Patient Testimonials
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“I feel very lucky to have this service because I'm single and I live alone. When you're going through the scariest time in your life by yourself, you are not alone with CancerNavigator.”
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“The CancerNavigator personnel are friendly, sympathetic, and genuinely concerned about the well-being of their patients which was very comforting. The information provided was very useful.”
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“The surgeon that was recommended was everything and more. In time of questions, CancerNavigator is here for you!”
Our Process
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Speak with an Oncology Nurse Navigator
We will learn about your clinical situation to understand how we can best help you and your family.
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Receive personalized resources
We will create personalized recommendations, assist with appointment scheduling, and help you find the resources you need.
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Access lifetime support
Excavators Local 731 covers lifetime access to CancerNavigator at no cost to you. You can reach out to the CancerNavigator team at any time for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CancerNavigator is a third-party service that is offered to you on behalf of your Excavators Local 731 benefits. CancerNavigator helps patients understand their clinical situation, access appointments with great doctors, and more.
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No. CancerNavigator works alongside Excavators Local 731 and your insurance company, but we are a separate service.
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All Level 1 and Level 2 Excavators 731 members and their eligible dependents as well as retirees on Anthem health plans are eligible for the service, at no cost.
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CancerNavigator is offered to eligible participants, at no cost to you.
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No. We support patients who are newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, in survivorship, or in follow-up care.
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No. We can provide resources and information to complement your current care plan.
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To get in touch with an Oncology Nurse Navigator, call (718) 208-4390.
Go further with your cancer screening
Your Excavators Local 731 benefits now include the Galleri ® multi-cancer early detection test. Nearly 70% of cancers have no recommended screening tests available. Adding the Galleri multi-cancer early detection test to your cancer screenings allows you to go beyond what’s currently possible. (1-4)
Galleri is a blood test that can detect 50+ cancer types. (1)
Confirm if you are eligible and request your test: Galleri.com/Local731. Note: the Galleri test is for people who have not yet been diagnosed with cancer. If you have been diagnosed with cancer, call the CancerNavigator nurse number above.
For Important Safety Information: https://www.galleri.com/safety-information
References
1. Klein EA, et al. Ann Oncol. 2021;32(9):1167-77. 2. US Preventive Services Task Force. A, B, and C grade recommendations, cancer, screening [cited 2025 Mar 18]. 3. Hackshaw A, et al. Cancer Cell. 2022;40(2):109-13. 4. Schrag D, et al. Lancet. 2023;402(10409):1251-60. 5. American Cancer Society. Cancer facts & figures 2025. [GRAIL, Inc. Data on file: GA-2021-0065]
