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Prolia: Prerequisites

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I am currently on HT (Organovyx) but will be starting an HT vacation. Dr. Lam suggests I consult my local Michigan PCP regarding starting Prolia as my last bone density test 6 months ago was T= -2.4 (Osteopenia but VERY close to Osteoporosis).

My insurance is BCBSM Medicare Advantage PPO. I see my doctor on Wednesday. Any hints on costs? Do I require a dx. of OsteoPOROSIS? If so, maybe get another bone density test? What IS the cost of Prolia?

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I would think being ON Orgovix would help get approval as loss of bone density is a known side effect. Do you have mets to bone? That would also help.

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call your insurance co. Ask them to share their rules for Prolia and what your cost would be. I doubt another bone density test would be covered this soon

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