Positive QFT-G!

[MolBiol]

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So last year I tested positive for QFT-G test, fortunately my insurance covered a chest x-ray on which the results were negative for TB.
Now whenever I apply for a new volunteer opportunity or shadowing position, they ask me to provide a recent chest x-ray (within 6 months/mine is over 13 months), but unfortunately my Obamacare insurance won't cover it and I cannot afford paying for it cash.
What should I do?!

Thank you.

 

[bobeanie95]

You should be able to do a 2 step PPD. Usually you won't need a chest xray, unless the PPD is positive.

 

[siliso]

See if your school health center or county health dept can help you. Or go ahead and take the INH. You’ve got latent TB.

 

[MolBiol]

See if your school health center or county health dept can help you. Or go ahead and take the INH. You’ve got latent TB.

Yes I do have latent TB, I was planning to get more hours before applying this cycle as I am low on shadowing, but the medication is going to take 3 months which is going to be too late.

 

[Dr.Barker&Mr.Scootches]

You should be able to do a 2 step PPD. Usually you won't need a chest xray, unless the PPD is positive.

If the OP has latent TB, it'll be positive regardless.

 

[siliso]

Yes I do have latent TB, I was planning to get more hours before applying this cycle as I am low on shadowing, but the medication is going to take 3 months which is going to be too late.

Call your county health department. This is right in their wheelhouse.

If you need to pay out of pocket for a chest x Ray then try calling around to freestanding imaging centers in your area and ask the cash price.