MJ Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 hi paddy, i think you probably have seen this part of the iressa website, but i thought i should post it anyway: http://www.iressa-us.com/content/patien ... age/r1.asp i'm sorry that you are having so many problems with the coverage. it's already frustrating enough dealing with the disease itself. God bless, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted September 12, 2004 Author Share Posted September 12, 2004 Thanks again to you all. I am so grateful for all your messages and information. On Monday I will start searching again. In the meantime I have made an appointment for Dave to start Gemzar on Tuesday. I will keep you all updated. Paddy. PS: MJ, I am afraid we do not qualify for Iressa as we do not have a the "special" plan, only A and B part medicair. Also: John, Thank you for your input. I am afraid, because Dave has existing health problems, one of which is "ventricular fibrilation"(sp?) he is not eligible for trials. Thanks again.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted September 12, 2004 Share Posted September 12, 2004 Paddy, Did you try the number below? Did you try the United Way or Salvation Army? Who can help if I don’t have insurance coverage for IRESSA? If you don’t have insurance coverage for IRESSA, or your prescription benefits are limited and you can’t afford the cost, there are several options. In many cases, state or local programs are available to cover all or part of the cost of IRESSA. You can find out more about the options available in your area by calling or visiting your county’s Department of Social Services. You can also call the AstraZeneca Cancer Support Network at 1-866-99-AZCSN (1-866-992-9276). Trained reimbursement specialists are available to provide the help you need, which may include: Working with your insurance company to see if IRESSA can be added to their list of covered drugs Providing you and your doctor with information about an appeal if coverage for IRESSA has been denied Searching for state or local programs that may be able to help you with coverage for IRESSA Searching for alternative coverage for IRESSA When calling the AstraZeneca Cancer Support Network, please have the following information available: your health insurance card or policy information, your doctor’s name and phone number, and your household financial information. back to top Reference: 1. Full Prescribing Information for IRESSA. AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP, Wilmington, DE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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