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12-09-2007, 05:06 AM | #1 | |||
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My dentist says I have a crossbite and need to have braces to correct it. The dentist also said I should have had braces years ago. But $$ wasn't available back then to get them.
I was referred to a Orthodontist that "takes" Medicaid. But that is not a definite. Apparently Medicaid will pay for the braces if they are needed health wise. I do have some jaw pain now, and TMJ is also a possibility in the future. So I think I shouldn't have a problem getting them. Has anyone here been in a similar situation? If so please tell me what you needed to do to get the help you needed. Note: I'm mainly interested if you fit the following conditions: 1. Your in New York State 2. Medicaid is your insurance 3. You are over 21+ 4. You needed (& got) braces (list the type of braces you had) Thx.
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12-11-2007, 12:06 PM | #2 | |||
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Anyone, anyone? Well I'll change this up a bit. 1. Your in the U.S. 2. Medicaid is your insurance 3. You are over 21+ 4. You needed (& got) braces (list the type of braces you had)
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12-11-2007, 07:07 PM | #3 | ||
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No experience with this.... I know my dental insurance has strict guidlines on orthodontic work--- they cover braces for those under 21 (or 18 not sure) and they only cover half of the cost of them....
Perhaps you could get your doctor --in addition to your dentist, on the medical necessity of you needing them.... Good Luck ! |
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12-12-2007, 12:11 PM | #4 | |||
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But I'll try making a big stink with all my doctors & dentist. That might help give me the leverage I need to get the braces.
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