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Does anyone know what this operation is that they're talking about in this story from The Narragansett Times? I've exerpted the section.
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Pain patient's Blue Cross appeal denied; fundraiser in the works

By JULIE NOVAK 12/08/2006
ŠThe Narragansett Times 2006

WAKEFIELD - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island has denied Wakefield resident Elizabeth Bergan's appeal for coverage of a medical procedure that could significantly relieve her pain and improve her quality of life.
Bergan, who was diagnosed with Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and was featured in the Dec. 1 issue of The Times, experiences intense burning and vibrating pain in her legs and feet as a result of the disorder. Swelling and excessive feeling excessively hot or cold temperatures are also some of her symptoms.
Last month Bergan visited a specialist in Texas, who recommended that she undergo a procedure he invented to relieve her symptoms. The procedure would remove scar tissue from the affected nerves in the spinal canal that aggravate her limbs.
Blue Cross, Bergan's insurance provider, rejected her initial request, and rejected her appeal this week, deeming the procedure "experimental." The denial marks her third rejection for coverage. Previous appeals were denied for the same reason
citing a lack of research to support that the procedure is both safe and effective. (The procedure is covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.).......contd at:
http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?B...&PAG=461&rfi=9