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Started this discussion. Last reply by Di May 11, 2009. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Itching - Kidney or Liver?
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The Diabetic Welfare Queen replied to MichelleStu's discussion 'Have you tried Almased?' in the group TuDiabetes Weight Loss Team
Kristen Rose replied to MichelleStu's discussion 'Have you tried Almased?' in the group TuDiabetes Weight Loss Team"anything happen with the diet?"
MichelleStu commented on Barb Wagstaff ( Marche)'s blog post 'Diabetes Counterculture?'"when I took shots I loved giving myself a dose of insulin in the car as my son was driving. the looks I'd get as we'd pass another car where awesome."
MichelleStu replied to hb's discussion 'hyperglycemic and itchy'"I know you are going to think this is a weird question... but where are you itchy. If it is in the palm of your hands and feet on on your legs. it could be your liver might be causing you issues. Hope it goes away soon or possibly your thyroid is…"
MichelleStu replied to Jennifer Sandberg's discussion 'IV Prep makes my son itch'"I never used the iv prep I would often you use adhesive patches to make sure things stayed in place."
MichelleStu replied to Johnben.'s discussion 'With a low, lately my vision gets very poor.'"II get the huge flaming fireballs also.. when I am low... it usually happens if I am low early in the evening or at night... It usually doesn't happen in the middle of the day when I am out in the sunlight. As soon as get out of a low I am…"
MichelleStu replied to Troy Birdsong's discussion 'Fed Up - Any Insights'"I wish I could give you more advise.. I've had type 1 for about the same length of time and have been on the pump for as long also. I have always wanted to own my own business, but was never willing to take the risk with diabetes and the…"
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CGMS Journey - Chapter 4 - DENIAL Letter #2
Posted on July 14, 2009 at 5:31pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
The letter read...
"All information was reviewed. We have determined the continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS) is non-covered and will not be eligible for benefits. While the CGMS may be FDA approved, it is not a covered benefit under your contract with XXX insurance company. Purchase or rental of continuous glucose monitoring devises are related supplies is considered deluxe, and therefore patient responsibility and deluxe items are non-covered by your contract.
As far as… Continue
"All information was reviewed. We have determined the continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS) is non-covered and will not be eligible for benefits. While the CGMS may be FDA approved, it is not a covered benefit under your contract with XXX insurance company. Purchase or rental of continuous glucose monitoring devises are related supplies is considered deluxe, and therefore patient responsibility and deluxe items are non-covered by your contract.
As far as… Continue
CFMS Journey - Chapter 3 - DENIAL Letter
Posted on July 5, 2009 at 8:18am 9 Comments 0 Likes
Well it finally arrived. I was a waiting in anticipation. I knew the answer would probably not be in my favor, but a girl can dream.
It arrived on Friday 7/3 as I was preparing my house for visitors. It arrived in a nice crisp white Insurance company envelope - Opening it up as if I am waiting to be accepted to an affluent college.
I read...
"All information was reviewed. We have determined the new insulin pump is not medically necessary as the current pump is… Continue
It arrived on Friday 7/3 as I was preparing my house for visitors. It arrived in a nice crisp white Insurance company envelope - Opening it up as if I am waiting to be accepted to an affluent college.
I read...
"All information was reviewed. We have determined the new insulin pump is not medically necessary as the current pump is… Continue
CFMS Journey - Chapter 3
Posted on June 19, 2009 at 7:35pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Well we are a holding pattern, just waiting for some communication with the insurance company to arrive. Will they approve usage of a CGMS or will they deny. Well last monday I received my first communication stating they needed additional information. The are requesting diagnosis codes and procedures codes.
I called the doctors office on Monday and they called me back today "Friday" The were able to provide me with the diagnosis code 250.01 = type 1 diabetes "duh" and they were not… Continue
I called the doctors office on Monday and they called me back today "Friday" The were able to provide me with the diagnosis code 250.01 = type 1 diabetes "duh" and they were not… Continue
CGMS Journey - Trying to move past Chapter 2
Posted on May 30, 2009 at 1:04pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Ok last week I reported that the doc agreed after several weeks to send sign and fax my form for predetermination to the insurance company. Well.... Friday I got a call from the nurse stating based on previous conversations they thought I had already been denied and that is why it wasn't progressing and in that time they no longer had my original documentation and would I be willing to come down and provide them new documentation so they could sign and fax.
I wanted to cry... I was… Continue
I wanted to cry... I was… Continue
CGMS Journey - Onto Chapter 3
Posted on May 24, 2009 at 8:19am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Last week I left another message with my doctors office requesting they sign all the paper work I had provided with them and again, I got a message saying no, due to several issues all which made no sense to me anyway. So Next step...
I called the offices Diabetes Education Director, which luckily I am on the board and she has helped with my diabetes care for the last 18 years. I told her of my situation and she said "wow, this just doesn't sound right." she said "Let me go ask a few… Continue
I called the offices Diabetes Education Director, which luckily I am on the board and she has helped with my diabetes care for the last 18 years. I told her of my situation and she said "wow, this just doesn't sound right." she said "Let me go ask a few… Continue
Comment Wall (12 comments)
- At 3:27pm on November 7, 2009,
Alisha Wilkes said… - thanks!
- At 2:02pm on August 22, 2009,
Rudy Sims said…
- hello how are you? Hope you're having a great weekend :-) sincerely Rudy Sims
- At 12:28pm on August 11, 2009,
Danny said…
- Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my page.
- At 10:16pm on May 2, 2009,
Amanda said… - thanks but i got it off a website and thought it was cool they had like tons of them or you could submit ur own
- At 8:00pm on January 3, 2009,
Maleri said… - You know, I really would like to get back on my pump but the boluses and the basals confuse me worse than the injections. I honestly don't know how to start over with that. I would really enjoy that kind of freedom, cuz face it, with two little girls who can follow a schedule. =) Always something different about your day. I have an appointment on the 14th, maybe I'll have to bring my pump and see what she suggests. I appreciate all your helpful insight. Truly.
I think that's a good idea too. Stick near home for a while. =) I think you'll be surprised how attached your little girl will get to you and you might be surprised at her wanting to stick around. Spit fire or not. I was a spit fire and had a hard time being away from my mom. So who know. She was my best friend and how do you leave home without that. =)
I really enjoy this sight actually. I've had a lot of help, more than I expected. It's been a really good support for me. You included. =) I hope you have a wonderful day and thanks again.
- At 2:07pm on January 3, 2009, Maleri said…
- Hey there,
Yeah Lantus is once a day. I take Novolog for my short lasting, but don't usually take it unless I've eaten something or I'm high. The problem is, it's almost like the Lantus isn't covering me during the night. I'm wondering if I'm not taking enough. My insulin ratio got kind of messed up with my last pregnancy. It's like starting all over. I have no idea why they changed, but the ratio I was using before I got pregnant is different. So now I'm back to square one. It's frustrating.
lol I think it's okay that your overprotective. It's better than the alternative. =) Means your a good mom. =) Is your son staying close to home or going away? I think that would be hard for a mom. I hope my girls, when that day comes, stay somewhat close. =)
You know what I just thought of. I bet my pump is a dinosaur by now. =) I was just looking at some of these pumps and mine is not that fancy. =) Hmmm, if only I had a couple thousand lying around. lol It took me forever to pay off my first one. lol
Well, I hope you are doing well. Keep in touch.
- At 5:02pm on January 1, 2009,
Debe said… - Michelle,
Happy 2009....
Debe
- At 11:22pm on December 31, 2008,
Jaimie Hernandez said… - might be a far out there thing...but did you know of a Leonard Stubblefield...most of his family was from Kansas....he just passed a few months ago from california
- At 11:17pm on December 31, 2008, Jaimie Hernandez said…
- At 1:36am on December 31, 2008,
Brigitte said… - hello and welcome to TuDiabetes. it's great you joined the community. Bienvenue and Happy New Year.
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