Costs and Insurance
Multiple Sclerosis is an expensive disease. The costs of living with a chronic disease are high with medication, co-payments, and multiple types of treatment. The cost of MS medications increased by 25% in 2010. Patients should first seek generic drugs, which are less expensive than brand name drugs. Relapses can bring additional, unexpected medical costs.
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When it comes to finding financial assistance in paying for expensive medications, the process is not often an easy one. Many of the pharmaceutical companies which produce drugs specific for the treatment of multiple sclerosis make available financial assistance to patients in need. This is for the benefit of the patient but also for…
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Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, answered How can I get on a list for financial… CG, I think that your neurologist should be given information about this…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, commented on Beginner's Guide to MS: Need Help… It is difficult to manage all of the financial challenges living with MS...and…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, answered Plasma Pheresis Hi DD, I am not aware of any assistance programs aimed at funding plasmapheresis. If your…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, commented on Military Service and MS Hi twainut, Congratulations to your son on his upcoming marriage!!! How very…
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