BEVERLY HILLS : Multiple Sclerosis Assn. Offering Free Exams
A new program has been set up to help uninsured and low-income people receive accurate diagnosis for multiple sclerosis.
The Multiple Sclerosis Assn. of America will pay for magnetic resonance imaging exams for qualified patients. The MRI exam, which can detect brain lesions caused by multiple sclerosis, usually costs $400 to $750.
Application forms for free exams are available by calling (800) 833-4672. Completed forms must be submitted to the association by the patient’s neurologist.
The Multiple Sclerosis Assn,. a national nonprofit organization with headquarters in Beverly Hills, also provides peer counseling, support groups, educational literature and referrals.
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