Recent content by corvid100

Well, I was finally able to get the MRA approved and had it a couple of weeks ago. What I did was change doctors. The new doctor was much more experienced and knew how to write up the order in way that it was approved with no problem. Nothing found on the scan that could be a cause for the...

I've had high pitched, hissing pulsatile tinnitus for several months. I finally got into a an ENT that ordered an MRA. I called to schedule the appointment and found that the order was denied. I've emailed the office and let them know, so hopefully they can say the magic words, so I can get this...

Thank you. I really appreciate your input. It's very helpful for the rest of us navigating the healthcare system. My GP was going to be happy just ordering a regular MRI, even thought the ENT wants an MRA. Around and around we go and finally got the ENT to order the MRA and now just waiting for...

I have pulsatile tinnitus and trying to get an MRA to rule out anything serious. My doctor says Medicare won't cover it. So they just ordered a plain MRI. Anyone out there with experience on what is needed to get Medicare to cover an MRA? Thanks.

Thanks Vincent R and Jacksprat for the replies. It's interesting to find out how others deal with sleep problems and what the options are. I've been doing some guided meditations for anxiety and it seems to help a bit. I got lucky last night and slept for 3 hours before being jolted awake...

Hello everyone, I've been lurking around on Tinnitus Talk for a few months, and have found some helpful info and insight. Quick background: I have chronic neck and head problems with resultant headache on the left side. I've been like this for years and it waxes and wanes. Back in August I had...