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I was recently laid off, and an employer where I received a new offer has very limited options as far as medical coverage. I have the choice to go with their HMO, and if I do, the costs are low, but continuing to see my rheumatologist will not be an option. The other option is to get PPO insurance, but that would be very expensive, and I'm not sure that I can afford it.

Has anyone been on a Biologic, and had to change specialists? Could you please share your experience. I'm really worried… read more

June 5, 2017
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A myRAteam Member

I lost excellent insurance when we moved, & I feel your pain (no pun intended 😉). However, my new rheumatologist has the attitude "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". I was thankful for that. Of course, we all know things can change in a few weeks, & what has been working, suddenly doesn't. I would think a new doc would not want to change what's been working. My best to you...

June 7, 2017 (edited)
A myRAteam Member

Is there a phone number that you can call and ask? My insurance goes to pharmacy. They will tell you if it is covered by that insurance.

June 21, 2017
A myRAteam Member

I suggest you speak with your Dr about the change that is taking place...sometimes Drs will work with you still or may be able to give referral...I always asked my docs when things like this happened..''who would you send your mother to?''

June 12, 2017
A myRAteam Member

I started my treatment in England and then moved to Australia NSW, my treatment remained exactly the same. I then moved again to Queensland and yet another rheumatologist and still exactly the same treatment. I get the idea that if a treatment is working forl you then they tend to stick with it.

June 9, 2017
A myRAteam Member

Yes! Retired last year, lost Blue Shield and now on medicare. Blue Shield provider not offered in my area. Long story short medicare deemed my co payment is almost 2000.00 per month for my simponi infusions. Not able to take oral medications due to gastroparaisis. But I have become proactive; a lot of information on reliable information on the internet. Some help, other don't. I take it day to day and am thankful when my days are good.

June 7, 2017

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