Hi Sewingsuz...
I hope things work out for you.
I've been dealing with a knee issue since October. Finally had an MRI a week or so ago. Frankly, my knee is a mess. There were 17 impressions by the radiologist and some of them contained several impressions in one area. Before the MRI the doc said I was about 2 yrs away from a replacement which didn't surprise me. I don't want to have arthroscopic surgery this year only to have it replaced next year. Since the MRI cost me $1100 I can only imagine what the surgery will cost! Our deductaible was raised this year by my husband's employer and they took away the HSA match as well. Way too costly. Go back to the doc on the 6th. I'll be interested in your progress. Keep smiling!