I didn't assume anything about the US medical system as I have never experienced it. I sent my MRIs to 6 doctors/hospitals. 3 in the US and 3 in Europe. 5 came back with I had to have surgery from L3 to S1. The Mayo clinic failed to get back to me btw. The US doctors suggested fusion, which I was okay with. The Europe doctors suggested ADR. It was left up to me to decide. One major point with me, being a Canadian, and having to pay out of pocket, was that I was somewhat guarteed a price in Europe, whereas the US was "well it will be dependent on your stay, it will be determined by the meds you need, it will be up to the doctors descion as to how long you will stay". So if your in the US and have coverage I think that is a great idea, be it ADR or fusion.
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