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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

16K

We received a bill for Layne's first chemo session. It's over $16 thousand dollars. Wow. There's the part where the insurance company tells you how much they negotiated, then how much they paid and then the amount you owe. We're glad we have insurance. Our part is the co-pay for the doctor's visit. (I think that's a one time thing. So, it's possible that the other bills will not even have that. But, that also sounds a bit delusional to assume that...although, I really think someone told us that somewhere along the way.) I'm glad we're not 'breaking the bank' on this one. It's not exactly free to go to the appointments and pay for other prescriptions, but at least we're not thinking about rather we're going to eat next week. We're glad Layne has a job, we have decent insurance, and that we're not stressed about how we're going to pay for things.

3 comments:

  1. Oh my goodness!!! HUGE RELIEF! The boys watched an Arthur show on PBS tonight where Mrs. McGrady has cancer. It portrays a variety of different reactions to the news that someone you love has cancer. It's actually very good, and of course, we all thought of you guys! Caden, in fact, brought it up.

    One thing the show didn't mention (also, of course) was the financial burden. Thank heavens for your insurance and job.

    Love to you all! Carolynn

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  2. I believe $16,000 was also the pre-insurance bill for Ainsley's NICU stay. I too was very glad for insurance at that time.

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  3. I am glad you have insurance too! Love you guys!

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