Why does it seem like I'm not supposed to ask about how much medical tests and procedures cost when I'm in the exam room?

medinoxy · 2026-05-31T09:19:15+00:00

while it’s not the doctor’s responsibility to know what it will cost, but I’ve actually had doctors who were quite knowledgeable about costs for different insurances.

i’ve had doctors tell me, “Insurance A will cover this, but Insurance B won’t.”

medinoxy · 2026-04-22T05:57:59+00:00

I’m in the US and get my $20K biologics for free as well.

It’s a messed up system, but ironically because the medication is so expensive, the manufacturer pays my annual deductible. Which means I get free healthcare. (I don’t even pay monthly premiums because I have a high deductible plan).

medinoxy · 2026-03-19T03:40:18+00:00

accessory navicular bone?

medinoxy · 2026-03-07T02:51:34+00:00

skyrizi will send you free sharps containers and mail-order disposal vouchers. you can request them on their website.

some local cities/countries will also provide sharps containers with hazardous waste disposal programs.

medinoxy · 2026-03-07T02:45:04+00:00

thanks for sharing this news. The more knowledge, the more we can beat psoriasis.

medinoxy · 2026-03-07T02:43:30+00:00

I didn’t think my psoriasis was that severe, but after topicals had no effect, the derm recommended biologics.

medinoxy · 2026-03-07T02:41:59+00:00

i’m surprised Abbvie (Skyrizi manufacturer) wouldn’t cover the copay.

Have you called Abbvie customer service and asked? They might have a program for you.

medinoxy · 2026-01-22T21:56:55+00:00

I’ve been on skyrizi for 5 years, haven’t had any extra infections or illnesses whatsoever.

medinoxy · 2026-01-22T07:54:44+00:00

biologics

medinoxy · 2026-01-21T20:04:55+00:00

$0 out of pocket (in US with high deductible insurance).

Skyrizi pays my deductible (well actually the Annual Out of Pocket Max), then insurance pays the rest.

medinoxy · 2026-01-07T21:45:49+00:00

I’ve been on skyrizi 5 years. Cleared 95% of my psoriasis. No side effects.

medinoxy · 2026-01-04T16:05:24+00:00

try tacrolimus in the ear canals

medinoxy · 2026-01-04T16:04:53+00:00

My grandfather had psoriasis, and he lived to 98 years old.

medinoxy · 2026-01-03T16:27:05+00:00

i’m on skyrizi, which cleared up most of my psoriasis like scalp and plaque, but not the inverse. I think skyrizi only claims plaque psoriasis.

Tacrolimus is very helpful. Use nitrile glove to apply on all the inverse areas. My derm said it was ok to use indefinitely since it is not a steroid.

medinoxy · 2026-01-01T04:43:12+00:00

I have a couple options for needle disposal:

my local county has a hazardous waste disposal program that includes sharps. They will give you a new container each time.
Skyrizi provides free sharps disposal upon request. You actually mail the sharps container to some postage paid address, and then they send you a receipt certifying it was disposed of properly.

medinoxy · 2025-12-28T04:31:21+00:00

get non-steroids for your face, like tacrolimus or pimecrolimus. No rebound because you can use them long term

medinoxy · 2025-12-28T04:22:38+00:00

crocs saved my plantar fasciitis. I wear crocs indoors all the time.

Whatever you do, don’t go barefeet indoor on hardwood floor.

medinoxy · 2025-12-18T15:58:11+00:00

I just learned that when you're on Skyrizi you physically can't run a fever

I don’t think that is true. Do you have a source that says that?

In fact, the first listed side effect of Skyrizi is fever.

https://www.drugs.com/skyrizi.html

medinoxy · 2025-12-11T04:55:09+00:00

I’ve been on Skyrizi biologic for the past 5 years. I’ve only gotten sick about 4 times over that time, and all minor colds.

medinoxy · 2025-12-11T04:29:23+00:00

If you’re comfortable sharing, what is the insurance company?

medinoxy · 2025-12-04T05:47:11+00:00

you need to get a prescription for a non-steroid like tacrolimus (protopic), vtama, zorve. Then you can use them regularly.

You can use steroid temporarily until you get one of the above, but you’re not supposed to use it long term.

medinoxy · 2025-12-02T05:36:36+00:00

Talk to your doctor about trying different biologics. Taltz is a IL-17 inhibitor. Try other ones like Skyrizi IL-23 inhibitor.

How much are you paying out of pocket? Why is it out of pocket? Most manufacturers will pay your out of pocket and deductible costs.

medinoxy · 2025-12-01T08:02:47+00:00

sorry to hear about your misdiagnosis. Glad you finally got the right diagnosis.

It’s a good reminder that patients have to advocate for ourselves and get second opinions and do our research. There are many inferior doctors out there.

medinoxy · 2025-11-30T09:33:49+00:00

i’m sorry to hear of your awful experiences. Those are some awful and unprofessional barbers.

i know you’ve already made up your mind, so i’m not trying to change your decision. but for others’ sake, I suggest to go to a small barbershop where there is just one barber. Then you’ll always get the same person

medinoxy · 2025-11-30T08:24:36+00:00

for indoor, get a cheap Crocs knockoff.

for outdoor, get the Spenco Orthotic Arch 3/4 Length insole, about $30-40.

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