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July 12, 2008, 12:25 pm
Flag as Inappropriate DianaR
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Delaying Screenings
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I have had one mammogram in my life, back when I was 36. I am going to get another during September.
Funny thing is, my doctor was just horrified that I hadn't already set p an appointment even though the patient care system, I have Kaiser, sent me several notices. Why have I delayed?
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I really don't like setting a precedent in my behavior patterns with medical personnel because I used to work in the medical field. Being behind the scenes was an eye opener.
More importantly.....
I had to find out what policies were surrounding a bad mammogram, the biggest being those associated with reconstructive surgery.
Have you stopped to explore what happens if a "routine screening" turns something up?
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July 13, 2008, 12:08 am
Flag as Inappropriate jimmys devoted says...
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i havent been for any routine exams in oh.. msmsmsph years
I do my own A1C, and other tests that are CLIA waived.
If anything shows up, like when my diabeets showed up, i woudl first be in shock, then meet it head on.
j
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July 13, 2008, 11:18 am
Flag as Inappropriate skatss says...
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I don't think going for a second mammogram is exactly setting a precedent. If there is something wrong I would be more concerned about finding it early as opposed to caring what my health insurance company knew about my behavior patterns.
I would worry about what my health plan covered if something was found once I knew for sure that something was wrong.
One step at a time. First get the mammogram, then figure out what has to be done for you, and then find out what your health coverage is.
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July 19, 2008, 12:14 am
Flag as Inappropriate lylas says...
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I'm not sure how long was between them, but I really don't think not going for a routine screening covered by your health insurance is smart. So many women would love to be able to go for mammograms/PAPs but can't afford to. No matter what your insurance's method is for a bad mammogram, you have the choice to deny treatment. My mom's last one turned up something "they didn't like" on the new digital monitor and she told them tough. The one t6 months before on the old machine didn't have it and its unlikely to be anything serious. She has another appointment 6 months from the last one to compare to.
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