Question:
I'm wanting to know if anyone has had their insurance companies

approve the cost and PAY FOR vitamins if they are medically necessary to take for the rest of your life? I'm looking at the long term and the vitamins could get costly. One of my main goals is to get off all prescription meds, which I have not accomplished yet at 5 months post op, and NOW all the vitamins, I just think they would be less costly if the insurance company helps. Anyone ever had their insurance cover the costs?    — Annie H. (posted on March 22, 2002)

March 22, 2002
I've heard of ins. cos covering the costs of nutritionists, but I don't know about vitamins...maybe if the nutritionist combined the vites as part of his/her treatment. But ya know, I wouldn't worry too much, to be honest...the six bucks a month for a bottle of vitamins will more than be absorbed in less $ spent eating out, buying groceries, etc. etc.
   — rebeccamayhew

March 22, 2002
My doctor has prescribed pre-natal vitamins and iron pills. Both of these can ONLY be obtained by a prescription. Therefore, the insurance covers both prescriptions at my regular drug copayment.
   — Patty H.

March 22, 2002
The key is to ask your doctor to prescribe something. If it's prescribed, it's covered. If you buy it over-the-counter, it's your problem. Most vitamins you can by over-the-counter can also be prescribed. Just ask.
   — Terissa R.

May 13, 2002
My insurance (HealthNet) covers my iron supplement. I pay $15 for a 30 day supply compared to $50 for no insurance coverage on this supplement. My surgeon does not write RX for calcium, multivitamins or other supplements.
   — Sarah M.

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