So I just got hit with a whammy while going through the life insurance process. Apparently I have a "Left Anterior Descending Artery Abnormal 3.3cm Calcified Plaque with 25%-49% stenosis.". Dr. Google tells me this is called the "widow maker". I did see a cardiologist during recovery from COVID last year and I do continue to have issues. I had multiple scans and test run on my by the cardiologist and was told that nothing was wrong with me at all.
Enter USAA
I was quoted at $60/mo for the coverage and they came back and said they would cover me, but for $300 a month because I was a heart attack risk despite all of my other testing coming back perfect. For the insurance company to raise my rate %500, I am starting to think that I should get a second opinion.
That brings me to my question. Is it stupid to train and race with this condition? The cardiologist said I was good to go a year ago and didn't mention a single thing about this blockage.
I am frustrated and, frankly, a bit scared - wondering if there is anything I can do about this.
Enter USAA
I was quoted at $60/mo for the coverage and they came back and said they would cover me, but for $300 a month because I was a heart attack risk despite all of my other testing coming back perfect. For the insurance company to raise my rate %500, I am starting to think that I should get a second opinion.
That brings me to my question. Is it stupid to train and race with this condition? The cardiologist said I was good to go a year ago and didn't mention a single thing about this blockage.
I am frustrated and, frankly, a bit scared - wondering if there is anything I can do about this.