Preparing for your MD Anderson visit as a patient or family member
For more information and to schedule your appointments please visit MDAnderson.org.
If you are an MD Anderson Cancer Center patient or family member of a patient, you may feel overwhelmed with preparations for your MD Anderson visit in Houston, TX. Whether it is medical forms, insurance, MD Anderson housing or travel services, there are many important items to consider and check off your list. Luxurway wants to make the process as comfortable and calm as possible. Thus, we’ve compiled some initial considerations with links for you to learn more as you plan your MD Anderson stay in Houston.
MD Anderson MyChart
MyChart is a secure web and mobile app for you to manage your cancer care at MDA, including health information, appointments, test results and communication with the MD Anderson hospital staff.
Medical Forms and Records
Complete pre-appointment forms and questionaires and organize your medical records before your visit.
Insurance Coverage
Review MD Anderson’s list of accepted health insurance plans to confirm your coverage for treatment at MD Anderson.
Other Recommended Items to Bring
In addition to medical records, it is recommended to bring comfortable clothes, a laptop or mobile device, a notebook, snacks and drinks, just to name a few.
Patient Travel Services
MD Anderson’s dedicated staff supports local, national and international patients traveling to and from Houston, including transportation and MD Anderson housing for patients. Contact Patient Travel Services: 713-745-2300 or toll-free 1-888-848-9992. (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) Email: patienttravel@mdanderson.org
International Patient Travel Services
Speak with an MDA international patient team member who speaks your language and will guide you through appointments, visa process, traveling to Houston and more. For MDA International Patient Travel: Phone: 001-713-745-0450. Toll-free from Mexico & Canada: 800-811-6167. (8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST). Email: internationalcenter@mdanderson.org
MD Anderson Housing
Cancer patients and their families traveling from home for MDA treatment will need lodging near the TMC. Luxurway offers private fully furnished homes for rent for MD Anderson lodging while in Houston. Foregoe hotels near MD Anderson, instead contact us to rent a home away from home for your entire family.
MD Anderson Locations
MD Anderson cancer care is available at several hospital locations in the Greater Houston Area (including the Texas Medical Center main location) and also in partnership with community hospitals and health systems nationwide through MD Anderson Cancer Network®. Main Building is located at 1515 Holcombe Blvd. Houston, Texas 77030.
MD Anderson appointments
MD Anderson offers two ways to request your appointment either Online through the appointment request form or by Phone by askMDAnderson at 866-517-2731 option 2, and a health information specialist will begin the appointment process by phone. Hours M – F from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and weekends/holidays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST.
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MD Anderson Clinical Trials
MD Anderson seeks to eliminate cancer with researchers who conduct hundreds of clinical trials and test new treatments for both common and rare cancers. Look through the MD Anderson clinical trials database to find studies for which you may be eligible.
Restaurants near MD Anderson
Houston is hands down one of the country’s top food cities. The Texas Medical Center area boasts wonderful dining options for you to find delicious food ranging from casual to elegant tastes. You definitely want to try the food outside of the hospital at one of the amazing restaurants near MD Anderson Houston.