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I'm interested in exploring the possibility of having DBS and would love others to share your thoughts, experiences, etc.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Satellite Beach, FL

What symptoms are alleviated by DBS? Did your health insurance or VA help with the cost?

March 18, 2024
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The cost was $175,000 to my insurance. I had the procedure done in
dec 2023 and still waiting for baseline to occur. As of today, I don't recognize the benefit.

March 19, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

From what I've read here, DBS mostly helps with tremors and dyskinesia. It doesn't help with cognition.

March 18, 2024

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