Ankle Replacement and CMT

By Anonymous July 12, 2015 - 10:11am

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My surgeon has suggested a total ankle replacement due to severe ankle arthritis and a second surgeon agreed. I am 62 years old and have CMT. My surgeon reconstructed my foot 3 years ago. The problem is my insurance (BCBS) will not approve ankle replacement due to my CMT. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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I'm 56 and have CMT. My doctor (Haddad in Chicago) was able to get insurance clearance for me to have an ankle replacement. Your doctor should be able to intercede with BCBS and even help you appeal. I hope it all works out for you!

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