Today I had a follow up appointment with my surgeon regarding my mammogram. Rec'd a phone call this morning to inquire about health insurance. Our district keeps changing plans, hence the call. The very cordial clerk proceeded to tell me that she ws 98% sure that my doctor was 'out of network' for this insurer. She was right and gave me a couple of options: private pay was $65 for the office visit or have them bill the insurance company and pay a ginormous deductible. I cancelled and she sent my results to my primary care physician.
Called insurance comapny to see about getting said doctor 'in-network' ~
"Why don't you get another surgeon?"
Let's see why that isn't an option: I have been his patient for 4 years since he is the one who performed the lumpectomy. We have a great rapport and why would I go see a stranger for this??
Long story short, it will take about 6-8 weeks to get him in IF he is approved. If not, I will reschedule and pay the bigger amount to see him. At least I found this all out BEFORE I made the trip across town~saved some gas!!
~ba
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