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If I donated, does health insurance pay for my medical
costs?
There are two insurance providers to think about: your
insurance and the recipient’s insurance.
The
recipient’s
medical insurance will cover the
majority of medical costs related to donation. These
include hospitalization, medicine for pain, follow-up
visits, etc. It is important to discuss all insurance issues
with a social worker or the transplant center.
Does health insurance pay for my travel and other
non-medical costs related to donation?
Medicare only covers medical expenses associated with
donation. It does not cover travel and other non-
medical costs. You will need other means to pay for
travel and other costs.
In some cases if you donate, your private insurance
may help pay for travel expenses. The recipient should
also check with their private insurance company to see
what other costs they might cover such as housing and
child care.
Who can I talk with about finances and living kidney
donation?
Talking to a social worker, a financial advisor or your
insurance provider will help you in this process.
What can I expect after donation?
After donation, you would experience some pain. This
can be controlled with medicine in most cases. After
the surgery, you may spend a few days in the hospital
followed by recovery at home. Medical follow-ups will
occur as needed.
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