Update: Just had a call with a Medicare representative. Unfortunately, I was told that Medicare only covers genetic testing in two cases: (1) To determine if one’s genetics allow for the use of warfarin, or, (2) In the case of advanced cancer, to determine which drug therapy would be compatible.
So this differs wildly from any previous assurances I had been given.
Maybe the Medicare approval does mean you have to go through the whole appeal process, but that was not what I was told. The genetics company implied it depended on whether or not my Medicare premium had been met, and the hospital implied it was most likely covered.
Waiting with bated breath for the bill…..