Vladimir Konstantinov's health in serious jeopardy due to new law, says caretaker

Former Detroit Red Wings defenceman Vladimir Konstantinov, who was one of the best defenders in the game before a car crash in 1997 that left him paralyzed and caused traumatic brain injuries. While that was undoubtedly tough on the now 54-year-old, he may be facing an even worse situation in the near future.

According to an article written by Kim Russell of WXYZ Detroit, a law change could cost him his personal care. Linda Krum, who is Konstantinov's medical case manager, fears that this law could cost the former Red Wings defenceman his life.

«I don't think he is going to survive,» Krum said. «That's how strongly I feel.»

In 2019, a law was passed to lower insurance rates. One provision slashed reimbursement for case of the catastrophically injured – like Konstantinov – by 45 per cent. It came into effect on July 1, which means that money paid from the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association for things like physical therapy, attendant care, nursing care, and medical supplies are being cut by 45 per cent.

Cutting this amount will likely force the company to cut caregiver wages to approximately minimum wage, and many fear that there will not be enough pay to sustain the caregivers business.

«His care is 24 hours a day. It isn't just a random amount. It is prescribed by his physical medicine and rehab doctor,» Krum said.

The article also went on to mention that Konstantinov does not have a ton of money, meaning he will not be able to afford the care he needs on his own. Hopefully this story can turn around and have a happy ending, as he is certainly deserving of it. Right now, however, it doesn't sound very promising.

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