MRI advice

[Elmwood]

Hey everyone. I was thinking of getting an MRI done and was going to try and contact Dr. Potter in NY but I found an institute near me (Boston) that does them. They seem to have centers throughout the county but I noticed that Dr. Filler appears to be affiliated with them. I have read some stuff on this site that doesn't exactly paint him in a glowing light. I was curious if somebody could look at the website I've posted and give me their opinion. I'm not too computer savy and posted it below but It looks like you'll have to cut and past it. If that doesn't work you can find it under "Boston Neurography" on your search engine.

Thanks to anyone who takes a look for me.

http://www.bostonneurography.com/nerve- ... ntrapment/

[Karyn]

Hi Elmwood,
I looked at the site. I wish I knew someone who's been there. Couldn't hurt to give it a try. Especially since they're claiming the scan would be covered by insurance.
I agree that it would be much easier to having the imaging done here, rather than travelling to NY.
Please let us know if you decide to go.
Warm regards,
Karyn

[Elmwood]

I will most likely go as I don't see any harm an MRI can do. I'll let you know how it goes. I just sent them an email today so I don't know how long it'll take to get an appointment.

Thanks

[Karyn]

Hi Elmwood,
From what I understand about Dr. Fillers MRN facilities, they state "MRN is covered by most major insurance plans". This doesn't necessarily mean they ACCEPT insurance.
Usually, it's up to the patient to get reimbursed by the insurance company. It might not be a bad idea to get clarification about this.
Best regards,
Karyn

[Elmwood]

My concerns with Dr. Filler weren't so much insurance related as much performance. I remember reading some posts on this site where people were for the most part saying Dr. Filler made a lot of promises that he could not follow through on. Or that he made a lot of false claims. Stuff like "%100 cured." I don't remember the exact quotes or posts but his name does not fill me with confidence. If he is based in California he will of course not be at the Boston area MRI facility but he seems to be affiliated with this nation wide MRI chain of sorts so thats why I was concerned. But getting an MRI can't hurt so i'll go and check it out and let people know if it appears to be refutable or not.

[Karyn]

Best wishes, Elmwood!

[helenlegs 11]

Will you be able to get a copy of the scan Elmwood? I was able to but mine wasn't a Filler scan. It would always be a good thing to have if this was a possibility for future Dr appointments etc.
take care
Helen

[Elmwood]

I certainly hope to get the copies as I'm sure i'll have other appointments in the future where having the MRI scans will be helpful.

Thanks for your reply

[Violet M]

Elmwood, as I understand it the MRN can give valuable information even though it's not considered 100% accurate -- but there is no diagnositc test that's 100% accurate for PNE. So if you can get it locally and your insurance will cover it that sounds like a good idea. I would be interested to hear how it goes for you.

Best,

Violet

[Elmwood]

I emailed them Friday and have yet to hear back so that could be our first indication on their quality but I will certainly keep people updated. They have centers across the country so hopefully it'll be a service others will be able to take advantage of.

Thanks