The Cancer Survivors Network (CSN) is a peer support community for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, families, and friends! CSN is a safe place to connect with others who share your interests and experiences.

Thank you for being a part of the Cancer Survivor Network community. Survivors and caregivers like you have played a unique role in fostering an online environment that encourages connection among those needing support, community, and education. On May 28, the Network will be discontinued. More details are available here . If you have any questions, contact CSNSupportTeam@cancer.org. Thanks again for the support you’ve provided each other over the years. We remain committed to supporting you in other ways throughout your cancer journey.

AI and Dexascan frequency?

Teach76
Teach76 CSN Member Posts: 354 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

To those on AI ~ I am wondering how often you are scheduled for a Dexascan.  My insurance says every 2 years, but onco scheduled me one year.  I do have arthritis in my neck.  I told them at the center that I am on AI and that was why I was scheduled.  Do you think I should call my insurance to guarantee payment?  Thank you!

Like Care

Comments

  • LarkAlexis
    LarkAlexis CSN Member Posts: 13
    edited August 2017 #2
    Dexascan

    My onc has been scheduling me one per year and ins pays. I don't take AI's anymore due to SE'S, and I am Stage 4. Maybe the Stage 4 is why insurance pays every year, or maybe insurances differ. I would for sure call ins to find out if they will pay!

     

     

     

    Like Care
  • Apaugh
    Apaugh CSN Member Posts: 850 Member
    edited August 2017 #3
    Scan

    My doc wants one year.  Yes, check with your insurance first or have them check.

    good luck with it,

    Hugs,

    Annie

    Like Care
  • Teach76
    Teach76 CSN Member Posts: 354 Member
    #4
    Thank you

    Thank you for responding.  I ask whenever tests are scheduled, but it has been my experience that the office says, "You are all set and you have no co-pay."  Then after the test insurance sends a bill.  I know all of these plans are so complex - maybe our leaders can come up with a healthcare document that is patient friendly for a change!  (I am not at all political, but someone needs to be our voice in the world.)

    hoping you all have warmth and sunshine wherever you are!

     

    Kathy

    Like Care

Discussion Boards