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clevermanka) wrote2011-08-05 09:37 am
clevermanka) wrote2011-08-05 09:37 am
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Provigil is go
My appointment with Dr. Burt was successful. Our conversation went something like this.
Me: So I've been reading about this medication developed for narcolepsy that's also being used to help people manage with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I'd like to try it.
Dr. Burt: You mean Provigil?
Me: Uh. Yeah!
Dr. Burt: Sure, sounds like a great idea.
Me: Uh. Wow! Thanks.
Dr. Burt: So, what's new with you?
I have an appointment at the end of this month to report on how I'm feeling on the stuff.
I knew Provigil wouldn't be on the State of Kansas Blue Cross formulary, and I was prepared to pay for it. My friend who recommended it said she pays (I think) $200 a month. So I wasn't horrified by my $75 co-pay when I picked it up at Walgreens (in fact, I was relieved it was under $100). But holy shit, people, look at the price without insurance.
Our healthcare system is fucked. No doubt about it. Uninsured or poor people don't need specialized drugs, I guess.
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mckitterick was (surprisingly) awake when I left for the office this morning and offered me a ride. But how could I turn down an opportunity to walk to work in 72 degrees and slightly rainy weather? It was delightful.
Gold star time: I exercised every weekday morning this week.
And, finally, fromadammaker: Brilliantly sarcastic responses to completely well-meaning signs.
I'm only in the office for twenty more minutes! Woot!
Me: So I've been reading about this medication developed for narcolepsy that's also being used to help people manage with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I'd like to try it.
Dr. Burt: You mean Provigil?
Me: Uh. Yeah!
Dr. Burt: Sure, sounds like a great idea.
Me: Uh. Wow! Thanks.
Dr. Burt: So, what's new with you?
I have an appointment at the end of this month to report on how I'm feeling on the stuff.
I knew Provigil wouldn't be on the State of Kansas Blue Cross formulary, and I was prepared to pay for it. My friend who recommended it said she pays (I think) $200 a month. So I wasn't horrified by my $75 co-pay when I picked it up at Walgreens (in fact, I was relieved it was under $100). But holy shit, people, look at the price without insurance.
Our healthcare system is fucked. No doubt about it. Uninsured or poor people don't need specialized drugs, I guess.
mckitterick was (surprisingly) awake when I left for the office this morning and offered me a ride. But how could I turn down an opportunity to walk to work in 72 degrees and slightly rainy weather? It was delightful. Gold star time: I exercised every weekday morning this week.
And, finally, from
adammaker: Brilliantly sarcastic responses to completely well-meaning signs.I'm only in the office for twenty more minutes! Woot!