LymeNet Flash: seeking doctor in Northern VA

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Posted by JennyPS (Member # 44620) on :

I have an 8 year old with PANDAS who I would also like to have tested for Lyme. Can you send me a recommendation for someone in the No VA area who takes Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Thank you!

Posted by hopingandpraying (Member # 9256) on :

Welcome to Lymenet! PM sent for VA.

Your 8 yr. old needs to be evaluated and treated by a Lyme-literate doctor (LLMD). Non LLMDs have no clue about this horrible disease or its complex treatment!

Most LLMDs do not accept insurance due to the politics surrounding this horrible disease. Read poster TF's explanation, "Why Lyme Doctors Don't Take Insurance":

http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/2/15615?#000005

When calling for an appointment, ask if they have any cancellations or a waiting list. Patients have been able to get in sooner to see a LLMD by doing this.

Check the online state Lyme groups at:
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/virginialyme

Maybe they can help.

Some more resources for you (including Support Groups info):
www.lyme-aware.org/virginia.html

The top LLMD, Dr. H, has written a new book entitled, "Why Can't I Get Better?". It is an excellent source of information.

Read "Cure Unknown" by Pamela Weintraub. Get it at your local library or buy it used on Amazon.

View "Under Our Skin" for free on www.hulu.com