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MM Specialist And Insurance
I am recently diagnosed with MM and have HMO insurance. I was assigned to the only hematologist oncologist on my plan. How did others get to a MM specialist or cancer center? My current oncologist office staff are not doing a great job and I’m still waiting 3 weeks later to get my revlimid approved. I also don’t necessarily start over with someone new, but feeling frustrated. Bone biopsy next week and PET scan.
I hope you get some answers from others here. I think you are allowed to see a Specialist outside of your HMO if they don’t offer one. If I was you I would get a consultation at a Specialist. Call first and tell their staff your issue. They may have dealt with this before and can help you. You can also call your HMO and talk to them.
Dawn,
I see Dr Sarah Larson at UCLA. I really like her.
I remember feeling frustrated too, until my husband was sent to an MM specialist for his pending SCT. At that point things went quickly and since the HMO didn't have an MM specialist he was authorized to go out of network.
You’re insurance may participate with a Center of Excellence. If not maybe time to change insurance provider. Another thought is going on disability which qualifies you for Medicare.
All tough decisions.
Hope you find a MM specialty doc.
Best 💕
Susan
Ok thanks
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