skeletor 0 #1 October 14, 2002 I just got a statement from the hospital where I was "repaired" (compound leg fracture and back fracture back in July). The total cost: $26,162.72 Now, this is just for one surgery and 5 days in hospital. I had another surgery at a different hospital and I'm going in for a third on Wednesday. note also, this does not include the $1500 ambulance ride. so, my questions... Does everybody realize how much it costs to get fixed ? (in the US anyway). Does anybody out there jump without insurance ? be safe, rich. ps. riverside county only charged $8 for an hour of Nitrous Oxide, you can't even get a 10pack of whip-its for $8. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nws01 0 #2 October 14, 2002 I forgot to sign up. I need to do it ASAP though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BMFin 0 #3 October 14, 2002 Im happy to be a Finnish citizen. Here we have free healthcare. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dove 0 #4 October 14, 2002 Nathan! Sign up NOW! So when you leave you can get COBRA insurance. Remember, I only had one surgery and spent one night in the hospital and it cost $22,650!!!!!! Do it tomorrow! I am gonna check to make sure you do! Fall in dove. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SudsyFist 0 #5 October 14, 2002 after 9 months of jumping without health insurance, i'm EVER so happy that we were able to get our group coverage started up this quarter... just in time for snowboarding! (*knocking on wood*) steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spy38W 0 #6 October 14, 2002 Quote I only had one surgery and spent one night in the hospital and it cost $22,650!!!!!! Do it tomorrow! I am gonna check to make sure you do! Hrm, that's something I should really get too. -- Hook high, flare on time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nws01 0 #7 October 14, 2002 Quote Do it tomorrow! I am gonna check to make sure you do! Ok, my love. I mean Dove. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #8 October 14, 2002 Yep,no insurance.Tryin to go through Medically Indigent Adult crap for my busted leg.Havent even got the bills yet but I know I cant afford it.Gotta deal with the insurance thing VERY soon.Just never had to use it before so didnt think about "What If...." dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #9 October 14, 2002 Hey skeletor, You should post a picture of that lovely leg of yours... Not only should you not jump without insurance, you also shouldn't jump without a brain Just kidding dear ;-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #10 October 14, 2002 You also have to keep in mind all the follow up care. Prescriptions, visits to the orthopedic surgeon, x rays, new casts, physical therapy, and what happens next year when you want all that metal OUT. All of that is so important to your recovery, and without insurance (or a lot of money) your options are limited. I don't even know the final tab on my ankle, but I'm sure it was close to $50,000.00. Thankfully, my insurance covered all but a few "co-pays". maura Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skeletor 0 #11 October 14, 2002 And you should never jump when you only have finger trapped lower brake lines :-) ok, so I'm an idiot, but an idiot with insurance... -rich. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #12 October 14, 2002 Well, I have insurance (health) but I'm having hell with them just to let me go see a dr about hurting my knee. I was supposed to go this Wed. but now they're bein a$$holes about it. They wont cover me for accident/death insurance b/c I jump. Guess I'm just screwed. "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #13 October 14, 2002 Where's the picture? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
homer 0 #14 October 14, 2002 What's insurance? The only insurance I have is VA disability related or I should say the only medical I have. Aren't the premiums a lot higher for skydivers? CSA #699 Muff #3804 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #15 October 14, 2002 Insurance companies can be a real bitch to deal with, but it beats the alternative. I know mine put me through a lot of grief after I broke my ankle. But that's a whole other issue! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SudsyFist 0 #16 October 14, 2002 Quote The only insurance I have is VA disability related if your dd214 says you were a good boy, then you've got va health coverage for just about anything, actually. i had something come up whilst not covered by conventional health insurance, and was promptly taken care of at a local va hospital. *whew* NOTE, however, that copay and other out-of-pocket expenses are determined based on your prior year's tax return, despite your current financial status. SCREWED, i was! (still better than paying in full, tho!) steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
homer 0 #17 October 14, 2002 I do need to look into just what kind of VA coverage I do have. I know I need the Insurance just in case anything does happen. My family wants me to give up jumping until I do get it. CSA #699 Muff #3804 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nws01 0 #18 October 14, 2002 You better go to the doctor and do something about that sunburn Homer! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freebird 0 #19 October 14, 2002 jump without insurance *** yep. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
homer 0 #20 October 14, 2002 Hey Its my first time with a scanner give me a break ok CSA #699 Muff #3804 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SudsyFist 0 #21 October 14, 2002 Quote I do need to look into just what kind of VA coverage I do have. VA Health Care Eligibility (note priority group 7) just stop by your closest va hospital and pay a visit to their admin office. they'll give you the scoop and register you in just minutes, believe it or not! steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
homer 0 #22 October 14, 2002 I know i'm covered for all my cancer treatments and fallow up as a result from their stupidity when I was on active duty. But will I still be seen at a local hospital verses driving 45 min. to the nearest one if I were to get injured. Hows my color now? CSA #699 Muff #3804 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 0 #23 October 15, 2002 I don't jump without insurance... I'm currently recovering from a fractured tib/fib and the total cost so far (its not over yet,still have rehab ect to go thru) is over $21000.00 and counting. I have good insurance and so far my out of pocket has only been about $2000.00... Pretty exspensive jumps we've had... ChileRelleno-Rodriguez Bro#414 Hellfish#511,MuffBro#3532,AnvilBro#9, D24868 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SudsyFist 0 #24 October 15, 2002 Quote I know i'm covered for all my cancer treatments and fallow up as a result from their stupidity when I was on active duty. sorry to hear about the cancer... but i hear you regarding the stupidity. took those yahoos YEARS to nail down a non-ossifying fibroma... QuoteBut will I still be seen at a local hospital verses driving 45 min. to the nearest one if I were to get injured. now that is something about which i'm not sure -- va hospitals are like mcdonalds out here, so it's a non-issue for me. perhaps their web might have more info? steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 0 #25 October 15, 2002 ya'all are hijacking this guys thread ChileRelleno-Rodriguez Bro#414 Hellfish#511,MuffBro#3532,AnvilBro#9, D24868 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
