Linda Hayward is a patient financial advocate at the University of Maryland Kaufman Cancer Center at Upper Chesapeake Health. With over a decade in the medical field, including 4 years focused on oncology, she believes that every patient deserves affordable treatment and is dedicated to lightening their financial load. In her role as a patient financial advocate, Hayward guides patients through the process of applying for assistance programs to ensure their treatment is within reach. Last year alone, her efforts translated into a savings of over $1.8 million for patients.
Hayward leads the Uncompensated Care Team, actively participates in tumor boards, and is a member of ACCC. She also volunteers for programs that raise funds to support Cancer LifeNet services at Upper Chesapeake.