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Stacy,
I posted before, but didn't give much info. I too am early stage and what I consider young (46, 45 at diagnosis). My insurance, BC/BS Virginia is paying. I get treatment in North Carolina. When the question of coverage came up, the staff at my center told me that they had people to specifically handle that. They called prior to my first treatment and were told by the insurance company that they would pay. I did not have to do anything. Can you check with the staff at your treatment center, or if your insurance is thru your employer, go to your HR person and have them get your agent involved in checking. If it is private insurance, go to your agent for assistance if you cannot contact your insurance company directly. You should be able to get an answer from your insurance company despite who does your treatment.
I was going to have my treatment at small town nearby, but opted to switch to a larger Cancer Center for several reasons. I drive two hours for weekly treatment, but feel that every mile has been worth it even with the price of gas going sky high, working full time and staying busy with my husband and two teenage boys. I have never had any regrets about switching and have had only positive experiences with staff, billing, treatment and very personalized attention. You may have a very different experience at your small clinic, but being comfortble and confident in the people who are treating you is a vital part of your treatment.
Sassy
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