Saturday, September 25, 2010
To Anyone that has been treated in Arizona
Hello Everyone, I know its been awhile, but I would love to hear feedback from everyone who has been treated fro CCSVI or VIP. I want to hear about progress!! As you all know I went into remission a few months ago, and I am hoping you all have the same results, or are at least feeling major improvements. I know Dr. D is treating about 3 people a day, and has been doing so for a little over a month. So please comment on my blog or email me at tisamccay@gmail.com with post procedure updates. Thanks and God Bless, T
Friday, August 27, 2010
Great News From AZHI and Lifegaurd
Guess What???? I just spoke with Teresa and AZHI and Lifegaurd are Happy to announce that they are billing insurance!!!!!! However if your insurance does not cover it you will be responsible. If you are on my or Teresa's list or both you should have received an information packet via email that should be filled out and returned to AZHI/ Lifegaurd then you will be contacted for an appointment. They will treat you same day if your tests show blocked veins. We have come a long way people, but we are here. They have already treated 10 people this week! So get your packets in and any questions regarding packets or appointments should be referred to Lifegaurd. You will find there contact info in the post below this one on Tisas Ms Liberation Blog. Yeah!!!! I hope you are all as happy as I am!!!!
Friday, August 13, 2010
Here it is Cost for testing and treatment
From: Carroll, Sue
Sent: Friday, August 13, 2010 12:01 PM
To: 'Tisa McCay'
Cc: Capriotti, Teresa
Subject: MS Statement on your site
Tisa…we appreciate your feedback. We have made changes to our program and will begin sending letters out today. When you have time, if you can change your site to reflect the wording below we would appreciate your help.
VIP for MS Patients
LifeGuard at the Arizona Heart Institute has established the Venous Impairment Program (VIP) to diagnose venous abnormalities that may be associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Diagnostic testing and intervention, if necessary, is offered to patients with a neurologist’s diagnosis of MS.
The cash price for the diagnostic testing is $2,700. If your studies indicate venous abnormalities, a venogram with venous angioplasty will be offered at the cash price of $7,000. At the present time, insurance is not accepted for this program. We are happy to give you a statement which includes procedure and CPT codes for services rendered. You may use this to submit a claim to your insurance provider on your behalf to determine if you are eligible for reimbursement of any of your expenses. Any payment by insurance should be sent directly to you, the patient. If you are interested in this program, please contact us at VIP@Lifeguardclinic.com.
Also the original list is still in effect. If you are on it you will receive an email in the next 3 working days. you can still email Teresa to check your spot on the list
Thanks,
Sue Carroll
LifeGuard Executive Director
2632 North 20th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-707-3535
Fax 602-707-3536
Sent: Friday, August 13, 2010 12:01 PM
To: 'Tisa McCay'
Cc: Capriotti, Teresa
Subject: MS Statement on your site
Tisa…we appreciate your feedback. We have made changes to our program and will begin sending letters out today. When you have time, if you can change your site to reflect the wording below we would appreciate your help.
VIP for MS Patients
LifeGuard at the Arizona Heart Institute has established the Venous Impairment Program (VIP) to diagnose venous abnormalities that may be associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Diagnostic testing and intervention, if necessary, is offered to patients with a neurologist’s diagnosis of MS.
The cash price for the diagnostic testing is $2,700. If your studies indicate venous abnormalities, a venogram with venous angioplasty will be offered at the cash price of $7,000. At the present time, insurance is not accepted for this program. We are happy to give you a statement which includes procedure and CPT codes for services rendered. You may use this to submit a claim to your insurance provider on your behalf to determine if you are eligible for reimbursement of any of your expenses. Any payment by insurance should be sent directly to you, the patient. If you are interested in this program, please contact us at VIP@Lifeguardclinic.com.
Also the original list is still in effect. If you are on it you will receive an email in the next 3 working days. you can still email Teresa to check your spot on the list
Thanks,
Sue Carroll
LifeGuard Executive Director
2632 North 20th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-707-3535
Fax 602-707-3536
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Good News
Hey everyone, I had a meeting with Dr. d and Teresa today, and shared all of your comments of disappointment. They are now revising the cost and including treatment immediately following testing if needed. They really want to help. Tomorrow they are sending me a revised version of cost and a statement to confirm they will be treating as well. I will post it as soon as I get it. Still working hard for all of you. T
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
From Teresa
LifeGuard Website and Tisa’s Blog/Facebook
VIP for MS Patients
LifeGuard at the Arizona Heart Institute has established the Venous Impairment Program (VIP) to diagnose venous abnormalities that may be associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). At the present time, only diagnostic testing is offered to patients with a neurologist’s diagnosis of MS. We anticipate adding an interventional program to treat venous insufficiency once sufficient studies are done to confirm the correlation between venous disease and MS. Diagnostic studies offered include:
Bilateral internal jugular and vertebral venous duplex ultrasound
Multislice venous CT of the head and neck
If preliminary testing suggests venous insufficiency, venograms are an option for further diagnosis
The cash price for the diagnostic testing is $3,000. The optional venogram would be an additional $4000. At the present time, we do not accept insurance. If you are interested in this program, please contact us at VIP@Lifeguard.com.
Sue Carroll
LifeGuard Executive Director
2632 North 20th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-707-3535
Fax 602-707-3536
VIP for MS Patients
LifeGuard at the Arizona Heart Institute has established the Venous Impairment Program (VIP) to diagnose venous abnormalities that may be associated with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). At the present time, only diagnostic testing is offered to patients with a neurologist’s diagnosis of MS. We anticipate adding an interventional program to treat venous insufficiency once sufficient studies are done to confirm the correlation between venous disease and MS. Diagnostic studies offered include:
Bilateral internal jugular and vertebral venous duplex ultrasound
Multislice venous CT of the head and neck
If preliminary testing suggests venous insufficiency, venograms are an option for further diagnosis
The cash price for the diagnostic testing is $3,000. The optional venogram would be an additional $4000. At the present time, we do not accept insurance. If you are interested in this program, please contact us at VIP@Lifeguard.com.
Sue Carroll
LifeGuard Executive Director
2632 North 20th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-707-3535
Fax 602-707-3536
Thursday, August 5, 2010
I missed Teresa's Call, but will talk to her tomorrow
However her message did say to tell all of you that they will be sending patient information packets out on Monday to everyone on the list and that they are still moving ahead at full speed.
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