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Topic: Free IV supplies - Revised!!!

Curiouser
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 14128

posted

Well, unless a miracle happens, it looks like I'm getting my picc pulled tomorrow afternoon.

Once that happens, I'm going to have a load of supplies left over, including saline syringes, heparin syringes, dressing change kits, stat locks, etc.

I don't want to throw these out and can't return them to the infusion company.

Is there somewhere I can donate them to so they'd be used?

I'm sure there are folks here who could use them, but is that legal?

Would posting an inventory of just exactly what's going to be left over help?

[ 23. August 2008, 05:37 AM: Message edited by: Curiouser ]

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feelfit
Frequent Contributor (1K+ posts)
Member # 12770

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I sent my leftovers to another member here for her daughter. I just posted a thread about what I had and then did the exchange through PM and private e-mail.

Some cannot afford these things, is it legal? I don't know, but it's legal for docs to refuse to treat us and put us in this situation.....I chose to remain ignorant about legality and help where and when I was able.

Your choice.

Hugs,
Feelfit

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Curiouser
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 14128

posted

Feelfit, thanks! Ok, blast legality. We're all rebels here anyway, right? [Wink]

None of this stuff has been opened. Here's an inventory of what I'll have left:

26 syringes - Heparin Lock flush solution - 10 units/5ml (mfg Becton-Dickinson)

36 syringes - Sodium Chloride 0.9% 10ml (mfg BD hospital division)

6 dressing change kits - Prep tray (mfg Churchill Medical Systems)
1 face mask
1 pair vinyl gloves w/wallet, powderfree
1 polylined Drape, 13"x8"
1 tape measure
1 ChloraPrep, 3m applicator w/insert
2 alcohol prep pads
1 3M transpore tape roll
1 N/W N/A split sponge 2x2
2 dressing sponges 2x2
1 dressing sponge 4x4
1 3M Tegaderm Dressing 4" x 4-3/4"
1 dressing change label

15 14" Minibore extension set with male/female luer locks & pinch clamp (mfg Churchill Medical Systems)

16 Flolink positive displacement device Luer activated valve for IV access (mfg Maxter)

4 Statlock Picc Plus Catheter Stabilization Device

There are a few odds and ends as well.

I'd prefer this go to someone who's really in dire financial straits and seriously needs it.

Until tomorrow afternoon, I'm still praying for that miracle.

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feelfit
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Member # 12770

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Good for you Rebel!

May want to change title to: Free IV supplies, just edit title....you'll get more lookers.

[kiss]

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feelfit

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feelfit
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Oh, and I also hope that you receive your miracle!

[Wink]

Feelfit

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Curiouser
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Member # 14128

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Done! and thanks again! [Smile]

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sixgoofykids
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Hey, Curi, long time no see!!!! How are you anyway????

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bettyg
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best wishes that you are done, and on your way to REMISSION!!!! xox

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Lymetoo
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Member # 743

posted

It's illegal to share prescriptions, so I guess it's illegal for this too.

Just in case, do not send with the correct return address and/or name. That way you can't be traced should anything happen to the shipment.

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feelfit
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ditto Lymetoo advice

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Curiouser
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Member # 14128

posted

Thanks for the advice and well-wishes. [Smile]

Well, it's not exactly a miracle; more like a stay of execution.

It took a lot of fancy footwork, faxes, and phone calls. The order to pull my picc has been cancelled - for now.

I was originally approved for 4 months of IV Rocephin, with reviews every 28 days.

After the first 28 days, the insurance company decided to decline any further benefits regarding the IV meds or maintenance.

Still trying to figure out just exactly why that happened. I'm not any better, so my status hasn't changed.

Anyhoo, I'm on hold for now. The dr's office is currently submitting a claim for the picc maintenance alone, until the ins co makes a decision on the meds.

In the meantime, the Heparin is still available for anyone who needs it. I can't use it because I'm allergic.

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Melanie Reber
Frequent Contributor (5K+ posts)
Member # 3707

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I'm pleased you are able to continue with IV treatment.

Just to clarify re: the IV supplies and legalities attached...

Supplies are legal to share with anyone.
Rx medications, however, are NOT legal to share.

SOME physicians or veterinarians will also take supplies and meds from you to redistribute accordingly.

M

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Curiouser
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Member # 14128

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Well, that didn't last long.

The ins co refused to pay for picc maintenance while we're awaiting the outcome of the appeals process, so the picc's being pulled Tuesday. [cussing]

Still deciding what to do about the saline/heparin. Might see if there's a vet around here that'll take it (thanks to Melanie's suggestion).

Everything else is up for whoever needs it.

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Parisa
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 10526

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It doesn't take much to maintain the PICC yourself. You just need to change the bandage (once a week for a central line, I don't know about a PICC) and flush with saline. Is there any way you could afford the IV meds yourself? If not, if you at least keep the PICC in you won't have to have it redone.

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Curiouser
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Member # 14128

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There's no way we could afford the meds, let alone the supplies, on our own.

Would have to sell the house, hubby, and my soul. Not sure what we'd get for those last two anyway considering their condition. [Big Grin]

The insurance company said they'd pay for picc reinsertion if the decision came out in my favor. Throw in a valium and I'm all for it if it comes to that.

Honestly, at this point, I'm just plain tired. I've decided to give up on this particular battle - not the war.

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notkrazybrian
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Member # 10621

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PM if someone is in need of supplies have ALOT. brian

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