How do I apply for the pediatric Assistance Fund?
This information is gathered to eliminate duplicate applications and is kept secure and confidential. To apply for a grant through our Pediatric Assistance Fund, you must contact a HealthWell representative at 1-800-675-8416. We wish we could say “yes” to every family that comes to us, however, funding is limited.
What is healthwell’s pediatric Assistance Fund?
HealthWell’s Pediatric Assistance Fund helps children access the medical treatments they need, regardless of disease type or condition. Through the fund, HealthWell is able to assist families in meeting their cost-sharing obligations to help their child start or continue medical treatments they otherwise would not be able to afford.
What are silsoft™ contact lenses?
SilSoft ™ contact lenses are specially designed soft contact lenses for adults and children, respectively, who have had cataract surgery without an intraocular lens being implanted (aphakia).
What insurance does HealthWell offer?
How to contact HealthWell?
Are silsoft lenses being discontinued?
However, as of summer 2021, Silsoft production has been temporarily discontinued. Fortunately, there are suitable alternatives for fitting infants and children with aphakia.
Who makes silsoft contact lenses?
Bausch + LombBausch + Lomb Speciality Contact Lenses.
How long do SilSoft lenses last?
Yes, Silsoft Aphakic Adult contacts are monthly disposable contacts. They are meant to be worn daily for 30 days, removed, cleaned and stored at night, and disposed of after 30 days to be replaced with a fresh set.
Will I still need contacts after cataract surgery?
Though you may still need your contacts after your cataract surgery, it will be safe to use them after your healing period, which we'll specify based on your particular needs, physiology, and lifestyle factors. However, it's also possible that your prescription will change afterward.
Can I wear soft contact lenses before cataract surgery?
If you wear contact lenses, you must stop wearing both soft and rigid (including gas permeable and standard hard) contacts prior to your appointment with the Doctor. Stop wearing RIGID contacts 3 weeks prior and stop wearing SOFT 1 week prior to your appointment.
What is the full form of IOL?
An intraocular lens (or IOL) is a tiny, artificial lens for the eye. It replaces the eye's natural lens that is removed during cataract surgery. The lens bends (refracts) light rays that enter the eye, helping you to see. Your lens should be clear. But if you have a cataract, your lens has become cloudy.
What is an aphakic lens?
10, 2021. Aphakia means not having a lens inside your eye. The lens is the clear, oval-shaped structure behind the iris (colored part of your eye) and pupil. It focuses light rays on the retina. Without a lens, the eye is out of focus and vision is blurry.
What is a lenticular lens on glasses?
What exactly are lenticular lenses? A lenticular lens is a corrective lens type that requires a very high power to correct your vision. High power often means a very thick and heavy eyeglass. To keep the lens from being so thick that it'd be hard to wear, eyeglass manufacturers created the lenticular lens.
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We provide free interpreter services to help you conduct your Social Security business, including helping you complete the SSI application and answering your questions. NOTE: the Child Disability Report is only available in English. Call our toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213. If you need service in Spanish, press 7 and wait for a Spanish-speaking representative to help you.
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Financial liaison in the Cancer Center at CHOP. Understanding insurance coverage and financial obligations for a child’s cancer treatment can be challenging, especially during such an overwhelming and vulnerable time.
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NeedyMeds has free information on medication and healthcare costs savings programs including prescription assistance programs and medical and dental clinics.
What insurance does HealthWell offer?
To qualify for assistance from HealthWell, you must have some form of health insurance (private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, etc.) that covers part of the cost of your treatment.
How to contact HealthWell?
If you believe you qualify for assistance, please call (800) 675-8416 to speak with a HealthWell representative. 4. You are receiving treatment in the United States. If you are receiving treatment in the U.S. and have met the eligibility criteria as listed, you are ready to apply!
What are the causes?
Heredity is a common cause of congenital cataracts in babies. Other causes include infection, inflammation, drug reactions. When mothers come down with measels, ruebella, or other infections while they are pregnant, the child may also be born with cataracts in one or both eyes.
SilSoft Pediatric Patient Assistance Program
Your doctor may choose to use SilSoft SuperPlus (Pediatric) contact lenses for aphakic which are designed for children who have had cataract surgery where an intraocular lens has not been implanted (aphakia).
What insurance does HealthWell offer?
To qualify for assistance from HealthWell, you must have some form of health insurance (private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, etc.) that covers part of the cost of your treatment.
How to contact HealthWell?
If you believe you qualify for assistance, please call (800) 675-8416 to speak with a HealthWell representative. 4. You are receiving treatment in the United States. If you are receiving treatment in the U.S. and have met the eligibility criteria as listed, you are ready to apply!
