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05-27-2011, 10:02 AM
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Finally approved!
Finally approved to have a ALIF fusion L5-S1 and a pro disc-L at L5-L4 Cigna would not approve because multi-level work is "experimental" under their plan. What was I supposed to do make one better on my own? After 3 denials I went to a state level appeal (Wyoming). We have a state statue that says Ins. cannot deny coverage based on booklet if Dr says it is medically nessary and can be backed by peer reviews, medical literature. Surgry date finally set June 1 with DR Ken Pettine in Loveland, CO one of the inventors of the Maverick Disc replacement. Heard nothing but good things from his patients.
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Hernatiated L5-S1 had a lumbar laminectomey 2001  L5-S1 disk dead and have instability, and L4-L5 annular bulge irratated from a long road trip 9-20-2010     
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05-27-2011, 10:42 AM
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Wow, good work fighting the insurance company Bruce! And good luck next week. What are you doing to prepare for surgery?
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"Harrison" - info (at) adrsupport.org Fell on my ***winter 2003, Canceled fusion April 6 2004 Reborn June 25th, 2004, L5-S1 ADR Charite in Boston Founder & moderator of ADRSupport - 2004 Founder Arthroplasty Patient Foundation a 501(c)(3) - 2006 Creator & producer, Why Am I Still Sick? - 2012
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06-08-2011, 11:58 AM
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I did 7 weeks of pool core strengthening. one week out now belly incision feeling alot better. DR said surgry went perfect. Bottom level where they did the fusion compressed more then he thought so I can really feel the ligements streching out. Walking a little bit more limber now I was really in a gaurded position a few day before. Wife is taking really good care of me couldn't imagine doing this by yourself! Keeping back straitht with no rotation or bending is hardest part. glad I have a bed rail that slides under my mattress to help me get out of bed. Good day all!
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Hernatiated L5-S1 had a lumbar laminectomey 2001 L5-S1 disk dead and have instability, and L4-L5 annular bulge irratated from a long road trip 9-20-2010
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07-09-2011, 06:09 AM
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It is great to hear you are doing well. I have read loads about Dr.P and the Maverick Disc. I am dealing with a re-herniated L4/L5 (had microdiscectomy in 09) and have only been offered fusion in my area. I am originally from CO and would love to hear your thoughts on this Dr. I also have the same health care provider..
I have not posted an intro yet, so I guess I better get busy....
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09-07-2011, 08:01 PM
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Hybrid - Maverick(tm) and ALIF
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Best wishes for you and family, S-->
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