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Old 03-29-2007, 12:32 PM   #1
Esther
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Good News for a change.....
I just off the phone with my insurance company. I have United Healthcare, and the prescription coverage is administered by Medco.

They will cover the Tykerb/Lapitinib!!! And my co-pay is only $40 for a month's supply!

That is such good news, not only for me, but hopefully that means that other insurance companies will follow their lead and also cover the Tykerb for other metsters.
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Old 03-29-2007, 12:42 PM   #2
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That's wonderful....good luck on treatment.
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Old 03-29-2007, 01:09 PM   #3
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That is so awesome!!!!!!!!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers.......
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April 2006 progression again went on clinical trial with tykrerb/herceptin progressed on the started Xeloda/ herceptin
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Old 03-29-2007, 01:35 PM   #4
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Yes, that is good news!

But of course, the news I'll be awaiting is how well it works for you!

Take care
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Old 03-29-2007, 01:41 PM   #5
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Esther,

That's great about the coverage.
I agree with Chrisy, I pray that it works great for you!!

All the best,
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Old 03-29-2007, 02:32 PM   #6
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Ester,

That is great news!

I have United too and am planning to start with Lapatinib in the next couple of weeks with Herceptin.

Here's hoping for excellent results.

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