[TMIC] Health insurance.

THous65004(AT)aol.com
Wed, 9 Jun 1999 15:59:12 EDT

Hi Everyone,
I am hoping someone can give me information, or tell me how to find out about
my situation.
My daughter was first diagnosed with TM in April 98, after several relapses,
numerous tests, etc, she is now being treated for Devics disease (a form of
MS). She has just started Avonex. She just turned 18, is starting college so
our family health insurance covers her as long as she is a student. My
concern is that when she graduates, or if she decides to quit college, what
can she do? She will no longer be considered a dependant, we have been told
by sources that are probably not as informed as they think they are, that she
is uninsurable. Our situation cannot be that unique. What does a person do?
If/when she takes a job, could the health insurance provider exclude her? I
would appreciate any advice on this.
Thank you,
Stacey