Winter 2001 - Newsletter
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Parent Discussion and Education Group Update:
How To Talk To Insurance Companies
This is a time for parents to get together and learn more about how to live, learn, and teach about Cystic Fibrosis. Learn how to be a better guide and parent to your child. In the past, we have covered such subjects as: social security, alternative methods to respiratory therapy, and talking to teachers about CF.
On January 20th, we will have a speaker from Blue Cross / Blue Shield talk with us about insurance. This will not be on how to get insurance coverage, but on how to be a good steward of your policy. We want to learn how to tell if we are getting double charged, or how to advocate when buying a piece of equipment would be cheaper than renting it like we are sometimes forced to do.
Bottom line is it is wise to learn how to be a good steward of your insurance policy because most insurance companies have things such as lifetime maximums. Many CF patients come close to this cap (usually $1 million) because of the rise in the cost of medicines and equipment. Come and learn more about this interesting topic that pertains to everyone.
We meet at Briarwood Presbyterian Church from 1 - 3 PM. We do not recommend bringing your children due to cross-infection issues. If you need support in any way to be able to attend, please contact Staci Thrasher at (205) 939-5499.
You can also find more information about our Parent Discussion and Education Group Meetings by visiting the Birmingham Cystic Fibrosis Center website.