Dad still in rehab and they say not covered. Yet I feel he is struggling because something else might be going on. Day 74 in rehab and dad sleeping more. In fact hurt twice by nurse pulling his head and banging his hand badly. Which is current reason for not doing rehab. Wrist was a bit swollen.
Rehab nursing home already hurt his neck and two days ago bruised his wrist. X Rays were negative but quite a bit swollen. Yet rehab not happy if not doing TP or OT. Yet neurologist over a month ago suggested these tests. I just got notified last week by rehab center.
Talk to the insurance company. (You may need Dad's permission unless you have POA) and find out how the MRI and EMG can be covered. Is it just a matter of using an in-network provider? Do they need a justification from the neurologist? Or a different doctor who is in-network?
I think insurance typically covered MRI and EMG procedures, but there may be particular requirements with Dad's insurance. Talk directly to the insurance company's customer service people.
If he is Medicaid, does he have a Medigap policy?