Topic: LLMD in Tri-State Area Who Takes Insurance?
Starphoenix
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Hi, all! It's been awhile since I've posted.
I have been re-infected with Lyme and Babesiosis (I know the signs!). I got three bites last Monday and have been horribly ill. The LLMD I used to see is no longer taking patients.
I'm looking for a doctor in the tri-state (NY/NJ/PA) region. I live in Northeast PA. But the doctor HAS to take insurance. I know that's rare. I literally have nothing to spend.
I figure it can't hurt to ask. I'm so worried.
Peace, love, and healing to all. XO
-------------------- Learning to love, and loving to learn. Posts: 1318 | From Shohola, PA | Registered: Apr 2002
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Read the books written by the top LLMD, Dr. H, titled, "Why Can't I Get Better?" and his new one, "How Can I Get Better?". They are an excellent source of information.
Here is a link found on Lymenet for "Financial Help and Other Information":
Scroll down for financial help, etc., available from several sources.
The Lyme Test Access Program (Lyme-TAP) is a nationwide patient assistance program to provide assistance for initial Lyme-related lab tests to patients who demonstrate true financial need. I think coverage is up to 75%. View on www.lymetap.com
Starphoenix
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Thank you so much for this!
I used to be one of Dr. H's patients. He had me on three years of orals, and my gut and fingers (persistent warts) have been messed up since, and that was ending in 2008! At any rate, he used to take Medicare, which is now my second insurance. But last I checked, he wasn't even taking new patients, period.
I don't qualify for assistance as we're "on the cusp". We are poor enough to need help but not poor enough to receive assistance.
I made an appointment with an ID doc nearby for next Wednesday. If that doesn't go well, I have one scheduled for next month. That doc, Dr. Y, has presented at a symposium in my area. Our county tickborne disease task force suggested him. At least I have OON benefits, and they take my secondary Medicare.
If worst comes to worst, I have an old rife machine (Ultimate B3). Maybe that will work.
Love and many blessings to you! XO
-------------------- Learning to love, and loving to learn. Posts: 1318 | From Shohola, PA | Registered: Apr 2002
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HI, Star!! Welcome back .. but I'm so sorry you are re-infected!!
Get out that Rife machine and zap away!
Hope you can get some help!
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Rumigirl
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I will send you a PM tomorrow night (I hope!) with the info on someone who does take insurance who can at least test you and treat you. This doctor wouldn't be enough for a long-term multi-antibiotic protocol, but would be good for a while.
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Sending you a list of several good drs who take insurance by pm
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Starphoenix
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Thank you all so much! Hi, Tutu!!!!! It's been a long time. Good to "see" you again!
I saw the ID doc in NY. I didn't expect much, and that's what I got, but I was desperate. Then, I saw a Dr. Y in NJ. Wasn't my cup of tea.
Fortunately, my former LLMD (I've had ten total since 2002, for various reasons; he was the guy I saw when I was last infected in 2012) agreed to see me. I'm now on Zithromax and Mepron.
Be well. My love and prayers are with all. XOXO
-------------------- Learning to love, and loving to learn. Posts: 1318 | From Shohola, PA | Registered: Apr 2002
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Tincup
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Hey Hey! Welcome back!
Sorry you need to be here though. Got some newer info that might help.
www.TreatTheBite.com has documents with the official guidelines for treating a tick bite (early stages). One page is for adults and one for children. You can print them and take them to any local doctor to receive treatment.
If that isn't what you are looking for...
Please go to www.MarylandLyme.org and look at the menu to your left you will see "DOCTOR REFERRALS".
Click there to find the names and contact information for health care professionals treating Lyme & TBD's in all of the states.
There is also a page with support group info, one for alternative medical professionals, educational conferences, labs and their contact information, and MTHFR and Morgellons providers.
Here is a list of tick borne diseases with how to diagnose (testing), a list of symptoms for each disease and treatment information.
Starphoenix
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Tincup!!!!! Thank you so much! I missed you! Lots of love from PA!
-------------------- Learning to love, and loving to learn. Posts: 1318 | From Shohola, PA | Registered: Apr 2002
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map1131
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I second that motion of getting that rife machine out and get to killing some bad guys. Remember to start slow.
It could take some months to get an appt with a LLMD. In the mean time rife away. Oh yeah there is a great thread on this site that has great rife frequencies to use.
I'm sorry you had to look us up again.
Pam
-------------------- "Never, never, never, never, never give up" Winston Churchill Posts: 6478 | From Louisville, Ky | Registered: Jan 2002
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Tincup
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Hey Star!
You remembered me! I wasn't sure if you would, but smile big and bright because you do. And I missed you too!!!!
Very nice to see you!! Just wish someday we could hang out for some reason other than "this".
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