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Anyone had Proton Beam SBRT radiation at Mayo Clinic?
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Jun 23, 2022 | Replies (48)Comment receiving replies
Hi @jim20403, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. In addition to the first hand responses you've already received from members, I'd like to add this information.
Medicare generally covers proton beam therapy. Coverage varies by insurance company and disease type. If you're getting treatment at Mayo Clinic, specialists will work with you and the health insurance company to determine if proton beam therapy is covered, if that is the recommended treatment.See more here:
- Mayo Clinic - Proton Beam Therapy Program FAQs: https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/proton-beam-therapy-program/sections/frequently-asked-questions/gnc-20187695
- Radiation Therapy Coverage - Medicare.gov: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/radiation-therapy
Have you had any other treatments, Jim?
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Colleen, Thank you very much for your speedy reply. I was looking for a prostate cancer discussion group when I found this one at the Mayo Clinic. It appears to be one of the best! Sadly, I am not near a proton facility at either of those operated by the Mayo Clinic and its just too far to travel especially in this time of COVID-19. I live in Virginia and will be treated at one of the hospitals not far from here. Although the hospital and the proton center have a wonderful reputation, they don't seem to have separate staff who work directly with the patients in a proactive way on Medicare and insurance matters. It's been very difficult getting a straight patient-friendly answer regarding Medicare and insurance coverage. I applaud the Mayo Clinic for having both this website and specialists who work with patients (who are already stressed from their diagnosis) on insurance matters. Jim