Things to keep in mind while taking Insurance for Post transplant patients in US?

[PatientWhizbang]

Hello, what must be the things we need to consider to take insurance in US for post transplantation patients. ? I had my kidney transplantation successfully 16 months ago and I'm trying to move to US. So pls help me here.

[LavenderRabbit]

If I were you, I would contact a transplant center where you were planning to move to. Ask to speak to a financial coordinator. They will probably be able to help you with your insurance questions.

[PatientWhizbang in reply to LavenderRabbit]

Yep I'll do it. Thanks

[Gardner-NY]

Hello, I concur with what LavenderRabbit said to start with concerning medical insurance. I wish you the best.

[KishaPatrice]

Congrats on your transplant! I would strongly encourage you to follow the recommendation of Lavender Rabbit!

[Hawk12]

I agree with the others. Here, in the U.S., kidney transplant patients are covered by Medicare for 36 months if they are under age 65, and then their regular insurance takes over. You’ll need to make sure that your insurance covers kidney transplant related expenses.

[PatientWhizbang in reply to Hawk12]

Yeah I'll do it thanks

[Jepsos]

I would also add that you need to check about Medicare and your immigration status. Medicare will continue to cover 2 anti-rejection meds for life (past the 36 months) for those that qualify for Medicare.Will you qualify for Medicare once you move to the U.S.? If not, it may be a bit difficult finding an insurance company to pay for those two meds.

I agree with others - speak to your U.S. based transplant team/hospital’s financial/billing department as soon as you can. Make sure to disclose your immigration status. You may also want to call Medicare directly to ask about the possibility of coverage for the 2 meds.

Good Luck!