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CareCounsel helps individuals with cancer to obtain their medical records,
pathology reports, x-rays, MRI’s and CT-scans for transmittal to Memorial
Sloan-Kettering. Then an expert physician at Memorial Sloan-Kettering (or
team of physicians, if the
review involves multiple sub-specialists) reviews the CareCounsel member’s
data with CareCounsel acting as a liaison. Upon completion of the Cancer
Care Quality Review, the client receives a written report directly from
Memorial Sloan-Kettering that gives a detailed assessment of the accuracy,
completeness and overall quality of the individual's diagnosis and treatment
recommendations. When medically appropriate, the report also includes information
about additional treatment options.
Memorial Sloan-Kettering medical staff disagrees with the original diagnosis or treatment recommendations in about 17 % of the cases that they currently review. CareCounselors are available to help members present the findings to their physician, navigate the healthcare system and, if necessary, work with their health plan to gain authorization for treatment.
You can learn about the service through the CareCounsel web site or
call toll-free at
1-888-227-3334. I hope this information is helpful.
Sincerely,
Larry Gelb
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Facing Cancer?
http://www.carecounsel.com
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