I'm on the fence to have the testing done. I fit all the criteria, my mom died of bc in the 50's, I am currently undergoing bc (done with lumpectomy and chemo, now starting radiation) and I have 3 daughters to consider plus 2 grand daughters. My doctor ordered the testing, but when I went to lab, they wanted me to sign that if my ins. didn't cover it, I would pay, and it is thousands of dollars. I contacted my bc/bs federal customer person and she said it should be covered but they don't do pre-approvals, it has to go through a board after the fact....hmmmmm.....any experience here? flutters
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Q: brca testing and insurance
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5/ 8/08 10:30pm
Sounds like a real catch-22, Flutters. Perhaps your best bet is to speak to a patient advocate or social worker where you're getting treated; hopefully someone there will have had some experience with BC/BS and BRCA testing, and can give you some advice. I believe the test costs $3000-$3500. Another possibility would be to Google "clinical trials BRCA," and see if there's anything going on in that arena that would pay for your testing. Good luck-PJH
9/24/09 10:27am
I am with BC/BS of Ga. and they paid for my testing. It is very much worth it. I am a 40 year old,BRCA 1 Breast Cancer patient myself. It has helped me to make the right decisions about my current and future care. When I told my Drs. my family history they insisted on me taking the test. Did you know that you have a 50/50 chance of inheriting this and well as the same stats to pass on to your children. Dont take the chance, take the test.
Sandie Anglin
Breast Cancer Survivor
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