how much does it cost to treat adult acute leukemia at md anderson without insurance?
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The cost depends on so many variables. My daughter's cord blood transplants (for AML) each cost in excess of $250,000, but luckily we had insurance. I wouldn't recommend going through treatment for AML without insurance unless you had no other choice.
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I live in SC but the community health center will do it for like $50 if you are a low-income family. It's not free, but it sure does cost a lot less than the alternatives!
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if you're really interested it's 150$ plus 25$ for bay area co-op card..... kmking2k on aol if you are serious i will give you number to get referal(in oakland)...i went in didnt even see doctor and got it. i wont be checking back on this page so AOL is only way to reach me.. peace
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Since you are already with BCBS, can you switch you plan to Blue Care Network, and is it even offered where you live? I have Blue care network, and I really like my plan.  \n\nYou do work through a primary care physician, and need a referral to see a specialist, but this works fine.  I have three specialists, and they are all covered.\nIf I have any problems, I see my primary care doctor, never a wait, and if she cannot help, she will refer a specialist (besides my normal three specialists). It is very easy.\n\nI am on many meds, and the max I pay is $20 for each.  One I pay nothing for. Hospital care is covered 100%, emergency visits are $25 co-pay.  My primary care physician is affiliated with Providence Hospital, so this is my hospital.\n\nBlue Care Network is a PPO through Blue Cross.  \n\nHope this helps.
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You will find your answer below\n\nhttp://www.osuokc.onenet.net/Health/costs.html\n\nGood Luck
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The total cost would vary significantly depending on the type of surgery, complexity and recovery time.  Typical costs would include: surgeon, anesthiologist, hospital, medication and lab tests (including tissue pathology).\n\nIn other words, an outpatient lumpectomy is much less expensive than major abdominal surgery with an in-hospital recovery period of several days.\n\nThat said, Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance programs would cover most of the costs and charity care is also sometimes available.
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When I was in treatment, there were a few people who were receiving chemo "donated".  Some doctors use extra drugs for low-income patients and some drug companies donate drugs to doctors for this reason as well.\n\nOne way or another, there is a cost associated though.  If you have insurance, check with them about the average cost of treatment.  If not, check with the government to see what programs they have to offer, then doctors (as mentioned), then hospitals... that's the way I would check into it.
203343
If you have no insurance, I say Wal-mart.\nIf you do, go with mail order. One co-pay for 3 months worth of meds.
655783
With insurance its usually pretty cheap. $10-$25. If you want, call your local pharmacy and ask how much it is without insurance. They will tell you. Good luck!
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I would not recommend testing or treating yourself, that could be dangerous.  Try your State Social Services office for assistance.  If this matter is urgent go to the ER and when you are feeling better ask for financial assistance forms through the hospitals patient accounts.  My income is so low that I had to do this and the hospital can get you financial assistance through charity organizations which will cover most of the cost if not the total bill.  Good luck!
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Hospitals offer everyone emergency care whether they can pay or not.  Medicaid is a government-run health insurance program that helps low income folks with their care.\n\nIt's still a problem though.  I have a friend with leukemia, and she doesn't have health insurance and she earns too much money to qualify for government assistance, but not enough to pay for her treatment.  The American Cancer Society is paying for her treatment, but not her prescriptions.  It's far from a perfect system.\n\nI have another friend in Canada, where health care is socialized.  She had a worrisome spot on her skin and also a lump under her skin.  Her doctor was concerned and referred her to a specialist.  She had to wait 6 months before she could get an appointment.  It turns out it wasn't cancer, but if it was, that wait could have killed her.  That system is very far from perfect too.\n\nAs far as bankruptcy, there's not a whole lot of shame in it anymore, and if it was for medical reasons, it won't hurt your chances for a loan as much as you may think.  Bankruptcy only stays on your financial records for 7 years, so it won't haunt you for your whole life.\n\nBut your general premise that being poor is not as advantageous as being wealthy is right.  It's true in many ways including in health care.
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Many patients travel from United States of America and UK to get low cost of Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery in India. One of the most frequently asked questions when considering Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery is "how much?" and “what is the price of surgery in India?”\n\nOftentimes, patients choose their surgeon on the basis of price. \nThe cost of Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery is very affordable in India and costs are much lower when compared to the United States, UK and other countries. However, since the success of your surgery is largely dependent on your choice of surgeon, cost should not be your main consideration for your decision to undergo Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery in India.\n\nI checked out the website of Forerunners Healthcare –which is the premier most medical tourism company in India offering low cost surgery in India to International Patients. They have served more than 400 International patients from across the globe (specially US and UK) to get low cost affordable surgery in India at the best Hospitals and Medical Institutions. And the general price of the Medical Oncology Chemotherapy                                surgery is as follows-\n\nThe Cost of Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery in India is $ 690.\n\nhttp://www.forerunnershealthcare.com\n\nIn India, any licensed medical doctor can perform Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery. To avoid unsatisfactory results, it is best to choose a surgeon who has completed an accredited residency-training program in Medical Oncology Chemotherapy surgery. He should have extensive experience in the procedure you will undergo. That’s when Forerunners Healthcare come into picture-helping you get the best surgeon for your surgery at the most affordable prices in the best Hospitals of India.\n\nYour surgeon's skill can make all the difference between a good and an average result. Thus, although it is understandable that price is one of the considerations in your choice of surgeon, it is important to remember that the main consideration should be your surgeon's professional qualifications and experience.\n\nBesides that you should look into other issues related to traveling abroad, which is your visa, passport, climate, cultural issues and language barrier. Although language is not a problem in India –as most of the people are well verse in English. But you should make sure that you have a reliable hand holding person to guide you through the various steps of getting medical treatment and surgery in India.\n\n\nHope this helps.
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Probably a couple of hundred dollars. If you are an international student, you should have medical insurance and should be covered.
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You need to call around to different facilities in your area, if you have no insurance.  If you have insurance, you need to contact your insurance company to see which facilities are contracted with your insurance.\n\nIf you have no insurance, look up "physicans - radiology" or "x-ray" in your yellow pages.  Make sure you have a doctor's order in hand, and call around for prices.  If you have the order, you can tell the facility why they are doing the scan.  For example, doing a scan for blood in the urine or kidney stones will be a different procedure than a scan for abdominal pain.  Then the facility can accurately quote a price to you.  \n\nPrices will vary greatly, from state to state, and even from facility to facility  Our facility charges around $1350 for a CT abdomen with oral and IV contrast.  (California, outpatient facility)  The hospital in our town charges almost double that.\n\nA hospital facility will charge you for a technical fee and a professional fee.  The tech fee is for the service, and the prof fee is for the radiologist reading.  Most outpatient imaging facilities only have one charge.  So make sure you are clear about that when you get quotes.  Also, most outpatient facilities will give you a larger discount at time of service if the patient does not have insurance.  We offer a 20% discount if the procedure is paid in full at time of exam.
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Seriously, the best way is to go with Ameri Plan - you can get medical, dental, vision, prescription and chiropractic care at up to 80 per cent off. And it's only $49.95 per month for an individual and 59.95 for anyone in the household. (Even those unrelated to you!) This is great for small businesses. Please contact me. wlakin@ameriplan.net I'm in the business of helping people tackle the expensive cost of healthcare.
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I know you say that you can't afford it, but you need to see a doctor. Most likely it's nothing, but it's worthy of investigation. I've been where you are...no insurance, suspicious lump (in my breast), there are places that you can go to get help. Call your local health department and see what services they offer for people in your position, they may also be able to point you in the direction of a low or no cost clinic in your area. Also, contact your local hospital, most offer charity care which would cover all or part of your bill based on your income. Good luck.
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I also say there are people out there worse off then you. I also used to say if you have your health you'll be okay. Well in 2003 I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Disease. I went through 12 chemo treatments and 25 radiation treatments. I have no health insurance and when everything was done I owed $260.000.00 in medical bills. I worked full time through all my treatments because my husband and I had no one to help us. We did lose everything. Our house, cars(used) and all of our household belongings, just to survive. And that we did. With only the clothes on our backs we have bounced back a little. All I'm saying is that there were many times I wanted do just GIVE UP. I did not. What I did is thank god everyday for being able to wake up. You only have one life. You make it what you want. Everyone gets scared, is lonely somewhere everyday. I don't know you but you are probably a very nice person and you need to focus on that. FOCUS on what makes you happy in life and grow with that. If you feel you have hit bottom, just remember you can only go up from there. Good luck and I will be thinking of you.