The USOPC is thrilled to announce the creation of the Medical Assistance Fund. Funds will be used to pay for significant medical costs incurred by elite Olympic and Paralympic athletes, including necessary travel-related expenses, that are not met through available resources. Eligibility criteria: To be eligible for the Medical Assistance Fund, athletes must:
- Have accessed existing resources, including Elite Athlete Health Insurance, National Medical Network, and NGB sport accident policies or have had these resources deemed not applicable
- The athlete must have EAHI or be EAHI eligible at time of the medical diagnosis or care
- Incurred uncovered, out-of-pocket medical costs of at least $100
Eligible athletes can apply for the Medical Assistance Fund by filling out an application form online.
For more information on the Medical Assistance Fund, including criteria, please access the policy online.
If you have general questions about the fund, contact an Athlete Healthcare Navigator at athletehealthcare@usopc.org.
If you have questions about medical services and needs, please contact 1-800-933-4473, Ext 2.