Lead extraction advice

Hi all,

my name is Meg, I'm 34 and on my second pm. I've seen three cardiologist in the last few months and it's been determined I need both leads replaced due to noise and my pacemaker battery is wearing down, basically a whole new system. 
 

I was trying to go to UC San Diego for the surgery since it is their specialty area, however my insurance has denied my claim for network adequacy since I like in AZ and have an HMO plan.

im going to be interviewing another EP in Phx soon but so far I feel stuck without great options here. I'm nervous for this surgery give my leads are 15 years old and being 34 this is probably not the only time I will have to have this procedure done in my life and I want it done right. I also have three small kiddos to be worried about. 
 

any one with advice or guidance on lead extraction to dr selection would be greatly appreciated.

2 Comments

Making progress?

by twodrifters - 2020-06-22 23:30:54

I am new here and I can't offer any helpful comments, except to say that I see your post and I hope that you are finding the right place for you to have the procedure.  It's hard when insurance issues get in the way of going where you'd really like to go.  Best wishes.

Update

by Mh85 - 2020-06-23 00:27:49

Hi!

i finally found away around my insurance will be will able to go to the surgeon I want! It took a big fight and getting creative, but I did it. I'm scheduled for surgery in August. I'm very nervous but feel so much better knowing I have a great surgeon with experience. 
 

thanks so much!

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A properly implanted and adjusted pacemaker will not even be noticeable after you get over the surgery.