Insurance

Thurs, Aug 26: Found out today my insurance will not pay for the mapping biopsy scheduled for next Tues. They consider it an "investigative" procedure rather than a diagnostic procedure. This mapping biopsy in fact usually results in long term savings to the patient and the insurance company, as localized treatment costs less than broader treatments such as chemo or removal of the prostate. The mapping biopsy costs around $20k. Lots to mull over the next few days!