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Anyone On Disability Gone Back To Work To Afford Your Medication Or Medical Bills? Finding Disability Is More Like Poverty & Can't Get Meds

A myRAteam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Chicago, IL

I've had rheumatoid arthritis since I was a child which has affected every one of my joints and, although I had a demanding, professional career, it became too much for me to physically handle. I was approved for disability and I reluctantly gave up a career I loved. 5 years later I find myself destitute, unable to repay my education and barely able to afford my basic living expenses, much less able to afford my ridiculously expensive medications, And forgot about my biologics!!! How is… read more

September 12, 2016
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A myRAteam Member

I too do not pay for my bio logics the RA doc filled out forms I sent In income tax forms and everything is covered no expense to me at all

September 13, 2016
A myRAteam Member

My doctor notified the drug company. They sent me paperwork about "hardship" criteria. I sent in tax return and disability letter. Now i recieve Xeljanz free from the company.

September 12, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Your RA doctor should have all the forms for the billogics

May 23, 2017
A myRAteam Member

My disability check is a fraction of what I made as a chef. If it weren't for my spouse I wouldn't be able to support myself.

September 15, 2016
A myRAteam Member

@A myRAteam Member please provide further information how to access bio logics docs.

September 15, 2016

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