I got word

Dot,  THAT SUCKS! Insurance companies suck! (that's not very lady like talk from me...but....it's the truth!) You are in my thoughts! Keep fighting!!!!

Lady like or not, I agree 100%!!!!!  I couldn't have said it better myself!  lol Thanks!

Dot, Your surgeon or patient advocate deals with this all the time. They probably can give you the best advise. Keep on keepin on. (((((HUGS))))

Thanks!  It would be nice to know more specifics of what to put in the letter...  Crystal just said to be specific and detail all of the problems I have due to my weight. She actually made it sound *somewhat* promising as if this first denial is basically "protocol" I hope next time the news is what I want to hear!

Well, here's hoping the letter touches the heart of the insurance company, assuming they have one (which I have been told they don't)!  No, seriously,  I hope that your letter lays out on the line for them that overtime this is going to be the best thing for you.  Good luck - don't give up! 

I am so sorry to hear this,  but this is just a bump in the road,  you will have your surgery before you know it  Just don't give up Blessings sandy c

Dot, I liked your letter. Over on the other boards, they say there is an obesity lawyer who can help take on  your insurance company..he's connected with OH somehow. I didn't use one. I just went the private pay route through Capital One. I wish you much good luck, and I know how it feels to be denied..It bites.

OMG!  I'm so sorry about your denial.  But the "win" you get in the end will be so much sweeter.  the only difference is that you had to work harder than He"L to get it approved. I loved the letter - straight and to the point.  I think Its just a game they want  you to play - Sandy

I'm so sorry... I know how you feel. Your letter is good. If you need more ideas get in touch with Vicki. She is good with the letters. Is it your insurance or the Company policy? What I found out was that the City is self insured through BCBS. So I'm having to fight the City. I'm still going to fight it. Don't give up. I heard that some insurance will deny it the first time just to see if your serious.

I am so sorry you were denied. Don't let this stop you get every thing you can together for your appeal. I wish you the best of luck with it and will say a few prayers for you.