B Shield has Decided I should be Cured at 8 Weeks

[Leagh88]

Hi all. Geno 2. Initial load of 14,000 copies, F3 fibroscan,(used to drink and smoke) 12 week prescript of Sovaldi and Ribavirin.  In their ultimate wisdom, Blue Shield has decided,at 8 weeks, that I am cured, and will therefore fund no more Sovaldi. I did clear to und within 2 weeks of start. I have remained und. I experience anemia at a 10 rating rbc. They want proof that I still carry the virus. Of course, they know it cannot be detected while on 1000 mg of Ribavirin and 400mg Sovaldi. Pretty tricky. I do have one trick up my sleeve however. I purchased a 28 day supply of Sovaldi from a friend who can't use it. It is unopened 400 mg.
He lost almost 1/2 his blood during an event while treating. It is 3 months out of date, but I will use it. My doctor wants to go to 16 weeks just to make 100% sure I am clear. I don't know if I could take it. I just took my am 3 Riba. Oh boy. Another fun day of depression, anger, and no energy. I work every day and I am about done. I may just take my chances with the 12 week, or may try and find a way to go with 16. I just don't seem to have the drive to make the 16 weeks of continued fun happen at this point. I am grateful to my higher power that the spare 28 day supply is in the fridge, sealed ,and wrapped. I know this is not a question, but just wanted to voice my feelings here. Best to all, Leagh

[queenie58]

When have insurance companies become the expert and not the doctors? We have all been or know someone who has been affected by this practice. I am seeing a consistant complaint as I read  many posts from pain management  to treatment oh HCV. My insurance  company for my short term disability, Prudential has to review my case bi-weekly before they pay me even though I am in end stage cirrosis.  So-I get it. Insurance companies are not  acting in an ethical  manner -in my opinion.  Good luck.

[Dee1956]

Leah I am glad you were able to get enough for 12 weeks. I hope someone comes along with tx protocol. If it's 12 weeks that's what I would do but I am not a doctor, good luck, please keep in touch