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Second Opinions: How do I get one at Mayo Clinic out-of state?
Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Dec 14, 2025 | Replies (36)Comment receiving replies
@dcuste — My primary hemo/onco felt Mayo (or MD Anderson) would be ideal places for a second opinion, and I anticipate he will be open-minded to their suggestions. Of course, final decisions remain up to me. As for your insurance questions, I retired early and am on COBRA from my previous employer, not Medicare yet. I don’t need to seek pre approval at this stage—only if I proceed with a transplant.
Hope this helps.
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@pefishback I was thinking a "second opinion" would only entail Mayo reviewing your case and giving their advice to your primary Dr. to follow their advice. I interpret from your comment, you will actually get your treatment at Mayo if approved by your insurance. Is that correct?
Because my case is so complex and rare, I was thinking my primary may recommend I do A, B, & C. Then I would ask for a second opinion and Mayo would say in their view, it would be better if my primary treated me by doing X, Y, & Z.
I know from experience, that my Dr./insurance has no problem saying that they are using the standard of care and I need to follow their recommendations. I don't think they give the option of going along with outside advice and having me sign a waver.