insuranc and getting meds

March 30, 2003

Hi,

I am very frustrated because I can't get one of the meds that usually

takes. It was supposed to be ready on Friday (I ordered it on Wednesday) but

when I went to get it today it is still not going through in the computer. This

always happens with this med and no one knows why. (pulmozyme) My question is

this have any of you using medical assistance had to get a case manager or

member advocate involved in your child's case to get meds? this is what the

member services rep recommended but I can't do anything until Monday. I was also

told to call the RX dept Monday(again).

I hate dealing with the insurance companies but I will do whatever I have to to

get my kid's meds!

March 31, 2003

Yes, when Nick was under an HMO, I did have to get a rep. from the insurance

company assigned to me that would help expedite everything. By the way,

where are you attempting to have the meds filled? It might be beneficial for

you to look into the CF foundation's pharmacy (CF Services), or grandma Bev's

pharmacy (Cf pharmacy Inc.). I have had no problems with the CF Services

pharmacy, they get Nick's meds out to me right away, and work the insurance

afterward. They really believe in getting the kids meds to them ASAP, and

also they hassle with your insurance for you so you can focus on caring for

your child. i'm sure Grandma Bev's pharmacy has the same motto.

Amber

Nick's mom

March 31, 2003

YES, we do that & more . We have been doing CF Pharmacy meds ,

equipment & supplies for 19 years..also all other meds for other

members of your families & friends.

We carry or have EVERYTHING that is CF related.:)

We deal with the insurance companies & state agencies as well.-all

compassion programs

That are available to many.feel free to call for info as you compare

what is best for you.

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Oh, we also send meds, etc. out each month automatically--- as you

request it .When refills are needed -we call Dr. for that as well. You

may stop at any time .

We can send to different address as you vacation, move , ,etc (some kids

stay with dad some times & mom others time) We will work with each of

you as a person, not a number.

LOVE & HUGS,

grandmomBEV

Re: insuranc and getting meds

Yes, when Nick was under an HMO, I did have to get a rep. from the

insurance

company assigned to me that would help expedite everything. By the way,

where are you attempting to have the meds filled? It might be

beneficial for

you to look into the CF foundation's pharmacy (CF Services), or grandma

Bev's

pharmacy (Cf pharmacy Inc.). I have had no problems with the CF

Services

pharmacy, they get Nick's meds out to me right away, and work the

insurance

afterward. They really believe in getting the kids meds to them ASAP,

and

also they hassle with your insurance for you so you can focus on caring

for

your child. i'm sure Grandma Bev's pharmacy has the same motto.

Amber

Nick's mom

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March 31, 2003

Hi,

I have gotten in touch with a rep from the insurance company to get help with

this med and hopefully any other problems that come up.

I am using my local pharmacy, a Walgreens, and they have done well for us. I

did use the CFF pharmacy for a while for her tobi but I then her insurance (at

the time) didn't want her to use that pharmacy but a different one that

delivered the Pulmozyme and Tobi and another one for her enzymes but they wanted

me to get her other stuff Albuterol, Zantac... at the local one. Then we

switched insurance for her to Medical Assistance mainly because We could use one

pharmacy for everything and didn't have to call 3 different pharmacies for her

meds.

I am waiting for the rep to call back and I am hoping that we can get this

organized today! Thanks for the replies.