Thank you, Jesus!... Humana finally blessed us with great news today! They authorized the therapy appointments but only the first 20(which will be used up in two weeks since Kristen will be going twice a day!). Kristen's doctor has requested a minimum of 40 sessions, with the possibility of 60 sessions by the time it is all said and done. This means that the therapists will need to do another evaluation in two weeks(which also comes with an additional charge) and process, yet again, another request.
Why does health insurance make things so difficult? When will they realize that some of their ridiculous requirements often end up costing both themselves and the patient more time, money, and setbacks? Such a frustration! But...I am mostly thankful to Humana today for the good news.
Another frustration is that we are in a bit of a "holding pattern" and must just be patient. We are waiting to find out at the end of next week if Kristen will be released to travel to Delaware for Thanksgiving. It is one of our annual family traditions and has happened every Thanksgiving since David was born. It will be a big disappointment for Kristen and I both if we must stay behind. However, regardless of where we happen to be on Thanksgiving Day, I must remember that I have so much to be thankful for.
Speaking of being thankful...a dear friend from Knoxville texted me today to say that she was at Kristen's school, Farragut High School, and noticed that handmade signs were posted all around the school. These signs are promoting the Knoxville Jingle Bell Run/Walk and encouraging others to join "Kmac's Crew" to help raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation.
Wow! Kristen has not even attended classes since October 21st and her school is both thinking about her and recruiting more members for her team-something that they know she can't do for herself right now. From the very beginning FHS teachers, current students, and former students have been donating to and/or joining "Kmac's Crew". Farragut High School is certainly a real blessing that I am thankful for.
As if all of this wasn't more than expected in one day...my sweet cousin, Laura, from Arizona called to let us know that her family is organizing a community fundraiser with all proceeds being donated to the Arthritis Foundation in honor of Kristen and her team, "Kmac's Crew". Once again, God is really reminding me today that I have so much to be thankful for. I really am...so very thankful.
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