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Forum: Insurance Hell 08-17-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,871
Posted By LauraB
Sorry guys. I haven't been around too much...

Sorry guys. I haven't been around too much lately only due to a job change and dealing with my mom's cancer.

I went with the BCBS Worldwide and found myself moving in circles. I eventually...
Forum: International Assistance 03-22-2015, 08:43 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 245,415
Posted By LauraB
Insurance: I have BlueCrossBlueShield through a...

Insurance: I have BlueCrossBlueShield through a Union. Initially I was told that this was not a covered surgical intervention and was denied twice. I submitted all of my medical information,...
Forum: International Assistance 03-21-2015, 10:31 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 245,415
Posted By LauraB
There has been quite a lengthy and productive...

There has been quite a lengthy and productive conversation going on here, and I thought I may just chime in for a moment.

The most important factor in making your decision is not only the...
Forum: Insurance Hell 02-09-2015, 08:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,871
Posted By LauraB
Hello Iron, I was one of the lucky ones who...

Hello Iron,

I was one of the lucky ones who DID get reimbursement from BCBS. I did not get preapproval from my insurance because they don't like the idea that you will leave the states (in my...
Forum: International Assistance 02-09-2015, 08:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 44,539
Posted By LauraB
My surgeon of choice was Dr. Bierstedt. After...

My surgeon of choice was Dr. Bierstedt. After contacting several surgeons and submitting my information, he was the one that "personally" reviewed my diagnostic reports, gave his opinion of my...
Forum: New Member Introductions 01-30-2014, 11:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,612
Posted By LauraB
Kelly, I'm a recipient of a two-level ADR...

Kelly,

I'm a recipient of a two-level ADR sandwiching a prior fusion. I could NOT have ADR surgery here due to the adjacent fusion level - this aspect has not been FDA approved in the US. ...
Forum: International Assistance 01-27-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,039
Posted By LauraB
Why go overseas? I waited for five years for...

Why go overseas?

I waited for five years for a better option than fusion. Each US surgeon I consulted with only suggested an intervention within the constraints of approved medical necessity -...
Forum: International Assistance 01-27-2014, 10:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 31,979
Posted By LauraB
Has anyone looked at a US medical bill lately...

Has anyone looked at a US medical bill lately (especially for an inpatient stay)? How are we even comparing cost?

Bwink,

I was turned down for ADR surgery here in the U.S. I was told that I...
Forum: New Member Introductions 12-04-2013, 12:45 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 72,987
Posted By LauraB
Hi Richard, Once I wired the first payment, it...

Hi Richard,
Once I wired the first payment, it took about two days for the transaction to be received in Germany. I had notified Malte and Ken of the date of wire and they promptly sent a...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-06-2013, 11:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,709
Posted By LauraB
My thoughts and prayers are with you Enjoy...

My thoughts and prayers are with you

Enjoy some relaxation. Best wishes to you on a successful outcome Will wait to hear your positive results.
Forum: Insurance Hell 11-02-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,608
Posted By LauraB
I sooooo agree with Jerry regarding PT. ...

I sooooo agree with Jerry regarding PT. Physical therapy will help strengthen muscle and create a strong core, but when there is damage to the spine - this can not only create more pain, but could...
Forum: Insurance Hell 11-01-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,608
Posted By LauraB
CCFour, Like you, most of us are in the...

CCFour,

Like you, most of us are in the same predicament regardless of the policy. The insurance will generally pay for the standard procedure (usually fusion), but some will cover the FDA...
Forum: New Member Introductions 11-01-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 72,987
Posted By LauraB
Hi Don, Surprisingly, I had the same...

Hi Don,

Surprisingly, I had the same response from Dr. Bertagnoli. My original diagnostics indicated a stressed level at C3/4. Only Dr. Bertagnoli suggested the pre-payment for the 3 level -...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-30-2013, 03:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,621
Posted By LauraB
CG (Christina) It is the best way to go. ...

CG (Christina)

It is the best way to go. I would send my diagnostics to the European surgical sites along with a few US surgeons as well. Maybe someone else could possibly explain it better,...
Forum: Insurance Hell 10-30-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,750
Posted By LauraB
Insurance reimbursement is such a gray area. ...

Insurance reimbursement is such a gray area. All I can say is that it is new territory and don't give up. In my experience....these companies count on the individual "giving up." Most people...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-30-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,621
Posted By LauraB
CG, Before my 2006 fusion, most of my symptoms...

CG,
Before my 2006 fusion, most of my symptoms were focused on muscle pain in my shoulder and occasional numbness radiating down my arms; whenever I turned my head. I did have migraines - which I...
Forum: The Big File 10-30-2013, 07:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,956
Posted By LauraB
You are truly an INSPIRATION!!!!!! This is the...

You are truly an INSPIRATION!!!!!! This is the type of surgical outcome we should all enjoy. You've certainly worked hard in your training, and a great motivator to get us all up off our...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-29-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,709
Posted By LauraB
Hi Soreneck, I know that your surgery is...

Hi Soreneck,

I know that your surgery is coming up in another week and I'm sure you are experiencing those same feelings of "what am I doing?" You really are putting your faith in someone you...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-29-2013, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,621
Posted By LauraB
CG, Strangely enough - I was told the same...

CG,

Strangely enough - I was told the same thing from my neurologist as well. I had experienced muscle spasms and moderate to severe migraines that WAS related to my neck problems. When I...
Forum: Insurance Hell 10-27-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,750
Posted By LauraB
I'm not exactly quite sure what "Obama care" will...

I'm not exactly quite sure what "Obama care" will cover, but I'm sure it won't be the latest and greatest!
My next step is contacting the Board of Directors of our Labor Board (the powers that...
Forum: International Assistance 10-27-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,261
Posted By LauraB
I agree with TPatti. It is always in your best...

I agree with TPatti. It is always in your best interest to consult with a few surgeons. You want to look for consistency in their diagnosis and treatment plan. My cervical surgery was with Dr....
Forum: Insurance Hell 10-26-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,750
Posted By LauraB
I am currently working on it. I've submitted...

I am currently working on it. I've submitted all of my data to BlueCard Worldwide two weeks ago. To date - no one knows where it went. I've played this game with them before - I don't give up. ...
Forum: Insurance Hell 10-21-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 18,073
Posted By LauraB
This is always great news! I did submit to Blue...

This is always great news! I did submit to Blue Cross Worldwide and awaiting to hear a positive response. You are absolutely right that we need to be our own advocate and keep pushing the...
Forum: Insurance Hell 10-20-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,573
Posted By LauraB
Vlad, There are currently some attempts for...

Vlad,

There are currently some attempts for insurance reimbursement for surgical ADR intervention overseas. A few have been successful. Myself, I had submitted all of my information from my...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-18-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,325
Posted By LauraB
Hi Leslie, During my recent surgery, Dr....

Hi Leslie,

During my recent surgery, Dr. Bierstedt was concerned that the M6 would not fit at the C6/7 level. Plan B was the Mobi-C; Plan C was fusion.
The concept that Dr. Bierstedt does...
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