One effective treatment for rheumatoid diseases and other autoimmune disorders is infusion therapy. Infusion therapy provides patients with medication administered by IV. It is a safe and effective alternative when a patient's condition is severe and oral medication is not an option or has not worked. Infusion therapy can take place at the doctor's office, hospital or outpatient facility, and is managed by a doctor and specially trained nurses.
Medicare and most insurance companies cover infusion therapy.
Our treatment coordinator will go over your cost share with you in order for you to fully understand your responsibility for the treatments given.
Frequently asked questions about starting an Infusion Therapy
Infusion Therapies are medications that are administered in our Infusion Suite at our Smithtown office.
Q: How long will it take for me to start therapy?
A: Infusion Therapies often require authorization from your insurance company. This may take additional time as the Insurance Company's prior authorization department reviews clinical information submitted by the treatment coordinator. Once authorization for your medication is approved you will be contacted for scheduling.
Q: What if I cannot afford my medication?
A: Many patient assistance programs are in place to help patients who cannot afford Infusion Therapies. The treatment coordinator will discuss these programs with you, and will be able to provide more information regarding financial assistance.