Re: Pebbles

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Thank you so much for the information! I wondered why when I got the copy of the appeal letter my attny. sent in, is said this letter is receipt that the (forgot word, but it meant me) was advised to apply for medicaid. I thought, HA! Yeah, right. My husband has insurance, they're not gonna approve me for medicaid, but perhaps I could get some assistance with my Avonex, I'm still looking into that. Didn't have to take my shot tonight, which is usually my injection night, because I ran out and couldn't afford the co-pay of $200 until this Thursday. Oh, well. I should get a lot accomplished this week, hopefully!

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Pebbles

I forgot to mention that most states have what they call a statedisabiltiy program. This money comes out of the SSI pot and does nothave to be paid back should you get approved later. This program kicksin if a person has been denied and have no income during the disabilityprocess after all other income has been exhausted.They provide Medicaid which isn't that bad, dental, vision, an allotmentof foodstamps (usually the max and if there are children even more), anda bi-weekly monetary amount. Usually your Dr. would fill out hisportion and you would fill out your application, you would beinterviewed within a week or so and then they would have to render adecision within 30 days. If they deny you, you file an appeal and itmust be heard by a state Judge within the next 60 days (it is usuallysooner) they usually award it on the appeal but it is easy to getinitially. It is not very much but it is something and will help a greatdeal. I just wanted to let you know about State because many do not knowthat this resource is available to the disabled seeking permanentdisabilty.

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: Here are some links and info that might help you. Good luck! Sharon http://www.needymeds.com/programs/35.shtml Pharmaceutical Company Biogen Idec Program Name Avonex Access Program Program Address c/o Biogen Idec14 Cambridge CenterCambridge, MA 02142 Medicines On Program Avonex Phone Number Fax Number Application Contact program for application Guidelines and Notes To be eligible, patients must be US resident,meet financial guidelines that are not disclosed, are uninsured or underinsured and have a relapsing form of MS. They offer other help for patients who can't afford their co-insurance fees. Depending on their income

and insurance status, cost sharing may be required. The patient will be required to pay up to $100 a year in shipping fees. They also have another program called Alliance Services Program that is for people getting started on the medicationm but is not a patient assistance program at all. Initiating Enrollment They prefer that the patient call to start the process. Once basic information is given to the company, then a patient specific application is sent to the patient. The completed application can be faxed or mailed back to the company. Health Provider's Role Fills out and signs a section of the application. Patient's Role Fills out and signs a section of the application and attach proof of income. (see application for accepted documents.) Medications Sent To The

Patient's Home Amount Dispensed Up to a three month supply at one time Refills The company contacts the patient to arrange for refills. Reapplication Every year a new application with documentation is needed. Damron wrote: Thank you so much for the information! I wondered why when I

got the copy of the appeal letter my attny. sent in, is said this letter is receipt that the (forgot word, but it meant me) was advised to apply for medicaid. I thought, HA! Yeah, right. My husband has insurance, they're not gonna approve me for medicaid, but perhaps I could get some assistance with my Avonex, I'm still looking into that. Didn't have to take my shot tonight, which is usually my injection night, because I ran out and couldn't afford the co-pay of $200 until this Thursday. Oh, well. I should get a lot accomplished this week, hopefully! ~ Pebbles I forgot to mention that most states have what they call a statedisabiltiy program. This money comes out of the SSI pot and does nothave to be paid back should you get approved later. This program kicksin if a person has been denied and have no income during the disabilityprocess after all other income has been exhausted.They provide Medicaid which isn't that bad, dental, vision, an allotmentof foodstamps (usually the max and if there are children even more), anda bi-weekly monetary amount. Usually your Dr. would fill out hisportion and you would fill out your application, you would beinterviewed within a week or so and then they would have to render adecision within 30 days. If they deny you, you file an appeal and

itmust be heard by a state Judge within the next 60 days (it is usuallysooner) they usually award it on the appeal but it is easy to getinitially. It is not very much but it is something and will help a greatdeal. I just wanted to let you know about State because many do not knowthat this resource is available to the disabled seeking permanentdisabilty. Sharon (MSersLife creator/owner) Keep true to the dreams of thy youth. (Albert Einstein)

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Thank you Thank you! I did call the Avonex company directly and they are actually sending me a 2 week supply of injections at NO CHARGE! I just explained to them the situation with my payday being messed up due to the length of time it took my medical records to be reviewed by my short term disability insurance company, thus resulting in me not getting paid the last 2 pay periods. They were wonderful about it and told me if I was still having trouble in a couple of weeks, to call them back and they would see what assistance programs I may be eligible for and assist me with that. I'm always so surprised when I talk to these people at Avonex how helpful they are. I don't know what other medical companies members in this group have with their injections, but the Avonex team is really great in my opinion. Thanks so much for the information.

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Pebbles

I forgot to mention that most states have what they call a statedisabiltiy program. This money comes out of the SSI pot and does nothave to be paid back should you get approved later. This program kicksin if a person has been denied and have no income during the disabilityprocess after all other income has been exhausted.They provide Medicaid which isn't that bad, dental, vision, an allotmentof foodstamps (usually the max and if there are children even more), anda bi-weekly monetary amount. Usually your Dr. would fill out hisportion and you would fill out your application, you would beinterviewed within a week or so and then they would have to render adecision within 30 days. If they deny you, you file an appeal and itmust be heard by a state Judge within the next 60 days (it is usuallysooner) they usually award it on the appeal but it is easy to getinitially. It is not very much but it is something and will help a greatdeal. I just wanted to let you know about State because many do not knowthat this resource is available to the disabled seeking permanentdisabilty.

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You are very welcome . I'm so glad the information I sent helped you. I had the same wonderful experience with the Avonex folks myself. Hang in there. We're all in this rocky boat together! Sharon Damron wrote: Thank you Thank you! I did call the Avonex company directly and they are actually sending me a 2 week supply of injections at NO CHARGE! I just explained to them the situation with my payday being messed up due to the length of time it took my medical records to be reviewed by my short term disability insurance company, thus resulting in me not getting paid the last 2 pay periods. They were wonderful about it and told me if I was still having trouble in a couple of weeks, to call them back and they would see what assistance programs I may be eligible for and assist me with that. I'm always so surprised when I talk to these people at Avonex how helpful they are. I don't know what other medical companies members in this group have with their injections, but the Avonex team is really great in my opinion. Thanks so much for the information. ~ Pebbles I forgot to mention that most states have what they call a statedisabiltiy program. This money comes out of the SSI pot and does nothave to be paid back should you get approved later. This program kicksin if a person has been denied and have no income during the disabilityprocess after all other income has been exhausted.They provide Medicaid which isn't that bad, dental, vision, an allotmentof foodstamps (usually the max and if there are

children even more), anda bi-weekly monetary amount. Usually your Dr. would fill out hisportion and you would fill out your application, you would beinterviewed within a week or so and then they would have to render adecision within 30 days. If they deny you, you file an appeal and itmust be heard by a state Judge within the next 60 days (it is usuallysooner) they usually award it on the appeal but it is easy to getinitially. It is not very much but it is something and will help a greatdeal. I just wanted to let you know about State because many do not knowthat this resource is available to the disabled seeking permanentdisabilty. Sharon (MSersLife creator/owner) Keep true to the dreams of thy youth. (Albert Einstein) Yahoo! Groups gets better. Check out the new email design. Plus there’s much more to come. Sharon (MSersLife creator/owner) Keep true to the dreams of thy youth. (Albert Einstein)

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This is soo great! I'm soo happy for you. ' Damron wrote: Thank you Thank you! I did call the Avonex company directly and they are actually sending me a 2 week supply of injections at NO CHARGE! I just explained to them the situation with my payday being messed up due to the length of time it took my medical records to be reviewed by my short term disability insurance company, thus resulting in me not

getting paid the last 2 pay periods. They were wonderful about it and told me if I was still having trouble in a couple of weeks, to call them back and they would see what assistance programs I may be eligible for and assist me with that. I'm always so surprised when I talk to these people at Avonex how helpful they are. I don't know what other medical companies members in this group have with their injections, but the Avonex team is really great in my opinion. Thanks so much for the information. ~ Pebbles I forgot to mention that most states have what they call a statedisabiltiy program. This money comes out of the SSI pot and does nothave to be paid back should you get approved later. This program kicksin if a person has been denied and have no income during the disabilityprocess after all other income has been exhausted.They provide Medicaid which isn't that bad, dental, vision, an allotmentof foodstamps (usually the max and if there are children even more), anda bi-weekly monetary amount. Usually your Dr. would fill out hisportion and you would fill out your application, you would beinterviewed within a week or so and then they would have to render adecision within 30 days. If they deny you, you file an appeal and itmust be heard by a state Judge within the next 60 days (it is usuallysooner) they usually award it on the appeal but it is easy to getinitially. It is not very much but it is

something and will help a greatdeal. I just wanted to let you know about State because many do not knowthat this resource is available to the disabled seeking permanentdisabilty. Sharon (MSersLife creator/owner) Keep true to the dreams of thy youth. (Albert

Einstein) Yahoo! Groups gets better. Check out the new email design. Plus there’s much more to come.