How Much Life Insurance Can You Get If You Have Been Diagnosed With Breast Cancer? 
That 's a great question ! I 'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis , and pray that you are well , and healed . Here 's what you need to know - no matter how long ago you were diagnosed , or in what stage the cancer is/was , there is a company that will write your insurance policy . Several , actually . What makes the difference is when you were diagnosed , and where you are with it now . Each company will have a period of time that they `` look back '' on health histories , and that amount varies between companies . An independent agent will be a blessing to you as you look , as they will be able to sort out which company will be best . As Jason wisely suggested , do not apply for more than one policy - only apply for the one that you want . Multiple applications are a huge red flag to insurers and they will refuse you just for that reason . If your diagnosis was 3-5 years ago , and you 've been cancer free since , you should n't have any problems finding an affordable and `` same day '' coverage policy . If it 's been a year or so , then it starts getting a little more expensive , and starts coming with conditions . If it was recently , then you can still get coverage , but it will be more expensive , and come with a period of time where the paid benefit is reduced . Your cancer diagnosis wo n't keep you from finding coverage . Please contact an independent agent near you , or any of us here , and have that agent walk through this with you in a bit more detail . You 've got enough to worry about as it is , and a good agent will sort out all the details so you wo n't have to . I pray for your health and wholeness . Thank you for asking ! 