I would call the insurance company you are currently with and ask if its on their formulary to have oxy or MS contin. I like MS much better than oxy. Oxy really messes with my constipation and other things, and MS was so much milder on my day while dealing with my pain on a much higher level. You may need a medical letter of necc from your Md provided to the insurance company, and thats shouldn't be an issue if you explain your situation. Most are happy to get you off the fet patch and onto a pill. Make sure you get accommodation for break thru pain. In the last 3 years most insurance companies have been spanked quite severely about providing adequate pain relief for patients, where as in days gone by they got away with many things that were shameful.

Please speak to the nurse at your MD office and tell her your plan. She can be a valueable ally in your fight to get over to a better way of life.

Good luck! I am so proud of you!