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Old 03-22-2007, 07:21 AM
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Just a reminder that JnJ Depuy Spine has developed programs to help patients with insurance appeals. On the Charitedisc.com site, you can find a list of insurance companies that cover the ADR procedure. That list is attached to this topic in PDF format.

If you need appeal support with a Charite appeal decision, see this topic.
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Old 05-20-2007, 02:32 PM
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Hi Harrison

That is helpful. Do you know if anyone has info on Prodisc like this. That is awesome.
Thanks,
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Old 05-20-2007, 03:36 PM
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Hi Meg,
There is a toll free number for reimbursement support on the prodisc website. 1-866-223-0508 . There are also several forms and guides for doctors and patients.

http://us.synthesprodisc.com/EN-US/Reimbursement/
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Old 05-20-2007, 03:56 PM
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Thaks Jessica

I was just enroute to the site and then got yur email. They have come a long way since I last looked!
Thanks for the taking the time.
BTW... did you have insurance coverage? How are you doing now?
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Old 05-21-2007, 09:10 PM
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i'm hopefully going to have prodisc w/ delamarter after my insurence starts through my job. this form is gonna come in handy when they start jerking me around after my appointments.
you'll definately be hearing from me round that time harrison.
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Old 05-21-2007, 09:43 PM
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Rayray,
FYI… I had a three level Pro-disc with Delamarter. He is an excellent surgeon. I have Aetna insurance and they paid all by about $3000.00.
I had the surgery in October 06 and am 100% better then prior to the surgery. I have some pain at night but each week marks improvement.
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Could you tell me what Aetna policy you had that covered the surgery? I am trying to get a policy with them but have been told not all of their policies will cover the procedure and Aetna has not been overly helpful at helping me with policy information.

Thanks!
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Old 09-02-2007, 01:27 PM
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I have Aetna Choice POS II.
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does anyone know if Aetna will cover ADR at Stenum hospital in Munich? thanks!
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Old 06-05-2008, 04:58 PM
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Hey all, I'll be "trimming" this thread soon. New questions = new topic.
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