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Old 05-05-2014, 03:05 PM   #3
CarolineC
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Re: Help... I'm scared...

It's so frustrating that insurance companies are in charge of our lives.

I know about dealing with family things-seems like there's so much on our plates already and can't someone in our healthcare make us feel like we matter? We shouldn't have to fight doctors and insurance companies on top of dealing with cancer and treatments. Half the time I feel like my doctors want me to go away-I can't help it if I react badly to things and don't fit in the "normal" box.

I'm with you, Cat, in the frustration department. I hope your doctor can get the Herceptin back for you. You need all the help you can get, especially just coming out of the ablation. Appeal, keep trying. I agree with Becky, contact the insurance company yourself. Geez, you shouldn't have to do this!

Love,

Caroline
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Left Mast. Aug 09- 1 of 3 positive nodes in axillary dissection (yes only 3)
ER+ 90%, PR+ 20%, HER2+++
4 x AC, 4 x Paclitaxol and H (Neupogen for 7 cycles), Herceptin complete Nov 10
Mar–Apr 2010 25 Rads
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