My daughter is approaching her 2 months... and you know.. she is going to need shots. Well I was and still am covered by my fathers insurance (AETNA) and it covered my whole preg. and it covered her for 1 month, well it got her 2 her 4 day check up and 2 week, so now im am waiting on her either CHIPS or MEDICAID approval in the mail.
I don't like clinics and I never trust them because they don't know the medical history of some of their patients, anyways shes totall healthy but should I just go ahead and pay the total office visit price which is like $150 plus $14 a shot so she can see the pediatrician or just take her to the local health services place and have them do it. It's the same shot but would it be better so she could have her pediatrician ? instead of some stranger
2006-09-26 07:14:04 · 8 answers · asked by ntkwilliamson@sbcglobal.net 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
After you gave birth, you should have applied to government insurance (medicaid) directly. The approval usually come pretty quick (mine came in less then a month). The insurance card didn't come till month 2, but the baby should be covered by then.
If you're worried, you can always go to local health center and talk to a social worker. See what they can do.
2006-09-27 17:15:13 · answer #1 · answered by meetha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't let anybody vaccinate you baby.
Vaccinations are bad for you!
A vaccinated person is MORE likely to get a disease than a non-vaccinated person. The whole theory of vaccination is flawed. It causes a weakening of the immune system thus making those who are innoculated more susceptible to disease.
There are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.
Just sit back and think for a while.
Is there any sense in injecting a disease directly into your bloodstream.
We have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.
The Vaccination Hoax
http://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html
2006-09-27 23:01:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford to pay the office visit, go to the pediatrician. He/she knows her history and does a lot more than just give the vaccination. They will do a full exam and talk with you about any concerns you might have.
2006-09-26 07:18:02 · answer #3 · answered by S. O. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would take her to her pediatrician. most doctor's offices will offer a self pay waiver if you are awaiting approval for medicaid or a state health program. they will also cover bills in most cases for 90 days prior to the effective date. to be completely sure, i would check with your state caseworker or call the medicaid office for your state. if you explain your situation, they should be able to tell you if they will cover it. it's very important to get her immuniztions on time. if you miss them now, she'll be off schedule for all of them. good luck with your daughter!
2006-09-26 07:24:56 · answer #4 · answered by buhing513 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know your worries,I am a mother of 5, and worried with every shot my kids got. My insurance (aultcare) makes my secondary insurance cover shots, which only cover s them at our local health dept. That is where all of my kids got their shots.It is perfectly safe. I know it is scary. Also, give your baby a little Tylenol, according to his or her weight before you leave for the visit.It will help with the pain and fever. Good Luck
2006-09-26 07:20:22 · answer #5 · answered by momofnine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i work for a pediatricians office, and when this problem arises we suggest the patient pay for the visit up front, so they are not switching from doctor to doctor. once the child is approved through medicaid, they usually backdate the effective date from birth. once you receive proff of that you should be able to get reinbursed fom your pediatrician....
2006-09-26 07:35:39 · answer #6 · answered by ema 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I am not mistaken, the federal government covers the cost of vaccinations for children if you dont have insurance. Ask your pediatrician.
2006-09-26 07:17:12 · answer #7 · answered by johnnylakis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they give the same shots. it's a regimented thing. doesn't matter who gives them to her.
2006-09-26 07:28:59 · answer #8 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋