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Forum: Insurance Hell 07-25-2016, 07:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 16,651
Posted By colorado babe
If I recall when I was dealing with denials, each...

If I recall when I was dealing with denials, each time they gave me a different reason for denying. Make sure you're providing evidenced backed practices to refute the denial. Don't forget to include...
Forum: Insurance Hell 07-17-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 16,651
Posted By colorado babe
Do another appeal and don't give up. I won on my...

Do another appeal and don't give up. I won on my third appeal.
Forum: Insurance Hell 07-17-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,202
Posted By colorado babe
I was the first person to win my Appeal for a...

I was the first person to win my Appeal for a 2-level mobi-c back in August of 2014 with United Health Care. Since then, there have been several insurance carriers who have approved them after 3...
Forum: The Big File 07-07-2016, 06:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,380
Posted By colorado babe
I am a former patient of Dr. Pettines and have...

I am a former patient of Dr. Pettines and have nothing but positive things to say about him. When I met him two years ago, I was bedridden, on FMLA and severely depressed. Dr. Pettine performed two...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-04-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,954
Posted By colorado babe
I was going to get an ADR at the L5-S1 level but...

I was going to get an ADR at the L5-S1 level but decided at the last minute not to. Dr. Techy who was the other surgeon who assisted Dr. Pettine urged me to not do the ADR. He recommended the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-12-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,793
Posted By colorado babe
I don't mean to concern you but this sounds...

I don't mean to concern you but this sounds troubling to me. I would call my surgeon again and demand that he take x-rays to see if something has gone wrong. Please keep us updated. I'll be...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-12-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,954
Posted By colorado babe
I had herniated and bulging disc with nerve root...

I had herniated and bulging disc with nerve root issues. The mobi-c's and fusion with the stem cell IV flushes enabled me to get my life back. I hope you are able to find resolution to your pain. ...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-06-2015, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,954
Posted By colorado babe
I can only answer for myself. Yes, the pain has...

I can only answer for myself. Yes, the pain has gone away for me. I've had two stem cell IV flushes and two-level ADR last year as well as fusion. The best part is that I no longer have all the...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-06-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,793
Posted By colorado babe
I have experienced the clicking noise especially...

I have experienced the clicking noise especially the following weeks post op. As soon as you start PT and do some exercising and learn correct posture you will find this will go away.
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-21-2015, 03:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,431
Posted By colorado babe
Has your surgeon said anything about the...

Has your surgeon said anything about the Active-L? I believe it was approved here in the states about 6 months ago.

I have suffered in the same area as you (L5/S1). Last year, I was approved...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-08-2015, 08:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,864
Posted By colorado babe
Welcome to the boards! We look forward to hearing...

Welcome to the boards! We look forward to hearing how your doing.
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-08-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 33,317
Posted By colorado babe
Tom: I wish you the best in your search for the...

Tom: I wish you the best in your search for the right surgeon for you. You will know when you have found him.
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-13-2015, 04:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 32,396
Posted By colorado babe
Welcome. I also have had issues at the L5-S1. I...

Welcome. I also have had issues at the L5-S1. I had a fusion last year and am doing great. I didn't want to get the Prodisc, plus I have osteopenia which made me nervous. I had horrible left leg...
Forum: New Member Introductions 08-08-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 19,775
Posted By colorado babe
I had two level ADR approved by my insurance...

I had two level ADR approved by my insurance after three appeals. I had the mobi-c placed between C5-7.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-22-2015, 12:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 53,834
Posted By colorado babe
My thoughts and prayers go out to you firefighter...

My thoughts and prayers go out to you firefighter on Thursday. Good luck.
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-13-2015, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,732
Posted By colorado babe
For a few months after surgery I would...

For a few months after surgery I would occasionally have a swallowing problem. It is normal but as I remember, it is scary.

Enjoy your cinnamon roll and walk. You're on the other side now...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-10-2015, 06:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,732
Posted By colorado babe
We've all had bad experiences with surgeons and...

We've all had bad experiences with surgeons and we just need to remember that was our experience. As long as you have complete confidence in your surgeon and feel good about him/her, that's all that...
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-09-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,732
Posted By colorado babe
I am so happy to hear your surgery went well...

I am so happy to hear your surgery went well Stacy. Please keep us updated on your recovery. God speed!
Forum: New Member Introductions 07-09-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 53,834
Posted By colorado babe
Oh this is not good. I am so sorry to hear of...

Oh this is not good. I am so sorry to hear of your complications. Please keep us posted on how you proceed. In the meantime I am sending positive energy your way.
Forum: Insurance Hell 07-01-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,274
Posted By colorado babe
I am sending positive vibes your way that you win...

I am sending positive vibes your way that you win your appeal. Last year it took 3 appeals before I won. I wish I had known about this resource when I was fighting.
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-30-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,806
Posted By colorado babe
I would like to clarify. I did not get stem cell...

I would like to clarify. I did not get stem cell injections for my back. I got a stem cell procedure (IV) for chronic pain (fibromyalgia). Dr. Kenneth Pettine also performed two level ADR at the C5-7...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-30-2015, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,405
Posted By colorado babe
I am starting to get very frustrated and annoyed...

I am starting to get very frustrated and annoyed that you are trying to sabotage my postings. This is very rude and disrespectful as everyone here on the boards are trying to help one another and...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-29-2015, 03:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,405
Posted By colorado babe
Phatbird. I am sorry you have so many things...

Phatbird. I am sorry you have so many things going on. I have tried almost every holisitic treatment out there for my myriad of medical issues. There is one thing that helped and that was stem...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-27-2015, 11:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 27,465
Posted By colorado babe
Funny. I just read all the reviews and they were...

Funny. I just read all the reviews and they were all pretty great. You will always find one or two people who are not happy. Before you go making assumptions about others, you best make sure your...
Forum: New Member Introductions 06-27-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 27,465
Posted By colorado babe
I don't know your story and there are always two...

I don't know your story and there are always two sides. I am so happy you are doing better and Dr. Clavel was your surgeon. As far as comparing the two, that is subjective. One is a nuero and the...
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