Post mastectomy pt. now has lymphoedema & can't afford compression sleeves. They are not covered by Medicare or Medicaid. She is a handicapped person & works as much as she can at a work shop for handicapped. Is there an alternative for the sleeves such as ace bandage or any other solution for her to be treated and keep this under control?
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Q: Post mastectomy pt. now has lymphoedema & can't afford compression sleeves.
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1/25/09 2:56pm
Hi Carole - If she had a mastectomy, and Medicare paid for it, then Medicare has to pay for lymphedema treatment - it's a federal law. Including the sleeve. If she didn't have a mastectomy while on Medicare, please have her talk to a PT who's a lymphedema specialist to get suggestions. Also, your hospital may have a fund for just this kind of need - ask if they get money from Komen for the Cure, which will often pay for some of cancer treatment for women who can't afford it. Good luck - PJH
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