ACTH

ACTH, short for Acthar (honestly, I think it's easier to say Acthar than ACTH), is on the horizon.

Dr. Gabby FINALLY faxed my letter of medical necessity, almost a week after we discussed it. Of course, the Acthar people somehow didn't get the fax, which was on Wednesday. Today I had the secretary fax it again, and the Acthar people got it.

This is their website, if you are interested: http://www.acthar.com/

I asked the Acthar rep how much it would cost, and of course she couldn't tell me. I asked if it would be a 20% coinsurance, like Solu-Medrol, and she said, "Oh, it's much more expensive than Solu-Medrol." She did say that they have a chronic disease fund, so I could see if I qualify for help with the coinsurance or copays.

Yikes. I am so in debt, but how can I put a price on my health? I just hope Acthar helps me feel better. It's easier to handle getting those big bills when you know it was worth it. Unlike my 1 Tesla MRIs! But you know, I pay my tithing and have done for years. I just have to trust that things will work out.