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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: February 4, 2015

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Curtis Jones posted a photo
11 years ago (March 2, 2015)
Getting my pre-op for March 9th,first surgery was 25 years ago on March 10
Curtis, you look ready and you certainly know the procedure. Are you getting a double replacement? Positive thoughts sent your way.
Curtis, good luck on the next surgery...
Curtis you have a most interesting Story. I just Had double valve surgery which I had been following for 57 yrs. Best of luck to you on your journey.
Wishing you the best man. Encouraging to hear you went 25 years between surgeries.
Sending all the best in your upcoming surgery, looking forward to hearing more of your story...God Speed
Thinking and praying for a picture perfect surgery for you today Curtis!! All the positive vibes coming your way ~~~~~~~~~>
Curtis Jones posted an update
11 years ago (March 1, 2015)
hello my brothers and sisters, I had a question about cardiac rehab,for those that have been through it. Did insurance cover the cost ? If not how much did it cost. Thanks ,prayers for all those in surgery today.
I have a question about that also. Who sets up your cardio rehab? I don't know if that would be the surgeon or my cardiologist.
You need a physician's referral for cardiac rehab. Don't leave the hospital without one. Typically most insurance plans will have a copay for each session.
In my case, the Cardiologist wrote the prescription for rehab, but the surgeon subsequently also offered to provide a prescription. I have Medicare and they cover prescribed rehab subject to co-pays.
I had cardiac rehab, as recommended by the surgeon prior to discharge. He ordered it, it was arranged by the hospital and shortly after I got home the rehab nurse called me to get it scheduled. It was covered by my insurance, most have a deductible per visit, but I... Read more.
Curtis, I had my surgery Dec. 16, and the cardiac rehab head gal stopped by my room and gave me her card to call her when I was ready to start. I called to start a month later (new year, new deductible....), and my portion CO-PAY WAS $200 a visit!... Read more.
I will be having my surgery at Mayo....long distance from home. I'm glad to know to get rehab order for cardiac rehab before I leave....as I'm not feeling my cardiologist at home is supportive of me not staying in that system!
Curtis Jones posted an update
11 years ago (February 26, 2015)
Finally got my surgery date March 9th. Now it just got real. Boy this really plays with your head, You want it done, but you don't.
I hear ya, right behind you, March 18th. Keep us informed on how your doing. And best of luck

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