Pre-Existing Condition...I changed jobs in May, and my health insurance from my previous job expired on 4/21/13, and my new insurance went into effect 7/1/13....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
My Worst Experience with a Migraine Doctor...Holly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back her coverage. In this series, she walks us through the various steps she took and... By Holly Harding4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments82 comments
Securing and Maintaining Social Security and Private Disability Insurance...I was employed at the time with a company that offered short and long-term disability options through their insurance company.... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments38 comments
Little Vent about Insurance and the New Year...I'll pay more for insurance, but the trade off would be I wouldn't have to worry about how to pay for my medications....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Living with migraines and not knowing how to get rid of them...Doctor suggested botox but insurance never covered it. Now, I live in constant pain and it interrupts my everyday activities I like to do....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiagnosis
Cefaly...It is FDA approved but not covered under our insurance....Reactions 0 reactions Comments58 repliesTreatment
Why Is It So Hard to Get My Prescriptions Refilled?...In 2012, I entered a high-risk insurance pool for my state, but to get a pre-existing condition covered, I had to prove another insurance plan had covered... By Jennette Fulda72255 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Worries About CGRP Drugs...Even if the drugs are covered, the amount insurance pays may be miniscule.... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
I'm one of you....It's amazing, the insurance will pay for the nasal spray, which I know is expensive, as I at one time had no insurance and had to pay for... By camee1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Did It My Own Way...It was HELL back and forth but I had very good insurance. I got injured, become disabled, lost my job and private insurance.... By ramigraine091 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
My Migraine is killing me...Since the insurance comp was paying the bill (it was their sidewalk that way defective).... By bethyeprem1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My One-Year Emgality Update: Side Effects, Migraine Frequency, and Insurance Stressors...A few months later our insurance changed, and the new insurance approved it immediately.... By Lisa Robin Benson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Uninsured with Chronic Migraine: Advocacy in the Face of Off Odds...Losing my insurance has also changed my accessibility to healthcare professionals.... By Kyky Knight4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...You may also contact your insurance company for other providers in your area.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
My Experience Doing Acupuncture for Migraine...If you're not sure if your insurance covers it, the best way to find out is to call the number on the back of your insurance card.... By Lisa Robin Benson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Has anyone had success with Laser Therapy?...It's not covered by my insurance and the visits are expensive....Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Make Your Doctor's Visits Easier with a Medical Information Card...I update the card when I have new insurance or my treatment plan changes.... By Ashley Hattle2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
CGRP shots...To my surprise, they worked well, but my insurance does not cover them....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTreatment
Daily chronic migraine...Insurance has finally agreed to allow me enough migraine meds to get me thru 30 days.... By esherren1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor Online...Check with your insurance company first before using these services.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments