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Post by Cher on Jan 29, 2006 22:53:29 GMT -5
But I hope not too much later. I'm off tomorrow for my second chemo treatment. They won't take me here at the chemo clinic because of the problems I had so I have to drive to Duluth (95+ miles). Kind of stinks, add's a couple more hours to the day but at least I get it all done in one day (I hope).
Have to tell you about this though. I saw my oncologist on Wednesday. He was absolutely amazed at the way I responded to the chemo and my blood counts were excellent. The swelling was gone from all of the lymph glands in my neck and under my arms. He feels that with the way I've responded so far, I might get lucky and only have to do six treatments. We'll see though I want to make sure it's all gone. He also feels we won't have to do anything with the tumor, he believes the chemo will take care of that too (crossing fingers).
Now the only thing left is to argue with my insurance company. The hospital billed them for my week in the hospital $46,288.03 and they turned it down. Isn't that a hoot! Some problem with the way it was submitted but needless to say quite a shock when I read the letter that said it was my responsibility. NOT!!
See ya when I get back, hopefully tomorrow night!!
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Post by Alice on Jan 29, 2006 23:07:57 GMT -5
Thats great news Cher (about what the doctor said about the Chemo)
Hurry back, we'll be here waiting for ya
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Post by driftwood on Jan 29, 2006 23:44:16 GMT -5
Thats great news Cher, I will be thinking about you.
Tony
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Post by WarrenA on Jan 30, 2006 0:00:35 GMT -5
Have the hospital resubmit the bill. they are the ones who made the error. OK RTH members pray for our friend. do not underestimate the power of prayer
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Post by joe on Jan 30, 2006 0:09:03 GMT -5
Oh yeah Cher!! It's gonna get better from here.  |
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Post by thehawke on Jan 30, 2006 2:00:00 GMT -5
We're pullin for ya again Cher.
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Post by sandsman1 on Jan 30, 2006 5:18:37 GMT -5
see i told ya pop was lookin out for ya --- now go get that treatment done and forget about the insurance co. they will payup when its all over they just like to hang on to the money alittle longer hahaha ---seeya when ya get back cher
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Post by drupe on Jan 30, 2006 10:36:08 GMT -5
Cher Ain't insurance Company's grand? Don't let them push you around, get an attorney if necessary. My better half was diagnosed with bone cancer in Feb 05 and has responded fabulously. We feel so lucky. The insurance people tried to put it to us but we finally got their attention and their money. My best wishes for a speedy and completely successful recovery. You are in my daily prayers. Pete |
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 30, 2006 12:22:33 GMT -5
Sending up tons of prayers for you. I'm glad to hear you are responding so well! Get your treatments, get well, deal with the insurance with a strong hand, they will get the message.
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Post by Rose on Jan 30, 2006 12:38:57 GMT -5
Hope it goes well Cher, take care
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Post by hermatite on Jan 30, 2006 16:11:53 GMT -5
Good luck Cher! Keep an eye out for cute lab techs!
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Post by Cher on Jan 30, 2006 20:36:41 GMT -5
Woooo Hoooooo I did it!!! I collected all of my toxic waste and didn't get sick at all. Got all the treatments done in 6 hours and the main one (the one that made me so sick last time) in 3 hours 45 minutes. I needed to be able to take it in 4 hours so that I can do it up here at the chemo clinic 10 minutes away rather than 2 hours. I'm so happy that this went so well, it's a major relief not to have to worry about getting down there.
Thanks for all of your well wishes, you guys really help to keep me going!!
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Post by krazydiamond on Jan 30, 2006 21:23:07 GMT -5
whoa, gald you are doing so well, Cher, it means a lot to us to hear of your good progress. toxic waste is the cancer slurry, right...ewwwwwwww. out with the bad, add more grit, polish Cher's innards til they shine like pure agate.
you are a gem, dear Cher!!
KD
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Post by cookie3rocks on Jan 30, 2006 23:55:59 GMT -5
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 31, 2006 0:16:16 GMT -5
Great News! I'm sure that not having to make that drive will help!
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Post by joe on Jan 31, 2006 0:43:32 GMT -5
Always glad to hear good news! Congrats Cher.
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Post by stefan on Jan 31, 2006 13:04:23 GMT -5
Great Job CHER!!!!! Oh and don't fret about the insurance- They usually reject at least the first two claims- THat way they get to hold on to the money! heck Intrest on $42,000 dollars- a nice little chunk of change!!! Just focus on the task at hand- GETTTING WELL!!!!!
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Post by mrsbanjocreek on Jan 31, 2006 14:52:01 GMT -5
Glad you won't have to drive. Keep up the great work on your end!! Banjo and I will keep you in our prayers. All will be great!! You are a real trooper!!
Love and blessings to you...
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