Denied...battle over

Hi gang! Just wanted to thank everyone who had well wishes and prayers going for me, but alas, my insurance appeal for my breast lift/reconstruction was denied. She gave me some song and dance as to what their reason was, but by that time in the phone conversation I was just tuning her out and trying not to puddle up in Walmart where I happened to be when I got the call. So, I had my pity party. Earl came home from work, and was so sweet. We talked about options and basically I am just going to work to save my pennies and pay for it myself. I am not going to go to the insurance board. Sometimes I think you just have to decide if it's worth the battle. It was a hard pill to swallow, but I know that no matter how hard it seems. when one door shuts, God opens another one for us to go through. I just need to wait and see which one will open up for me. I am so fortunate to have been able to have my wls, to do so well, to be able to help others in their journey. I can compete in powerlifting again. I have so many things to be thankful for. This is just a bump in the road. Thanks for all the love and support, you all are the best, and especially for letting me get this out of my system! I feel better...that and the kick arse workout I had tonight helped get me over the hump! Val

I am so sorry to hear that, but you are right God WILL open another door. Just hang tough.

Thanks Connie! I just have to be patient a little while longer! I am gonna be tough, because I am a strong woman!! I wish they had an emoticon for showing my muscles!!

I'm sorry Val, I am sure with your determination, you will figure something out. GOod Luck, Richard

What a great attitude you have and with such a positive attitude you are right another door witll open for you!! You are truly an inspiration! Take Care - Stacey

I'm feeling for you Val! {{{hugs}}} I'll just have to put together a whole basket for you and bring it to the next meeting! Pam

Awwww you really are sweet! Thank you so much!! The offer of marriage still stands!

Valerie, I am so sorry to hear they denied you. But you have the right "go get em" attitude. Something will come up to allow you to have this... I will keep you in my prayers sweetie.... You are still an inspiration to me, I can wait to be on the LOSING side of town. Take Care! Hugs Julie

At this point as long as you are content with your decision that is all that matters. Buy yourself a new pair of scissors for all the coupon cuttin' you'll be doing. I do not look forward to my PS approval proccess, so far I have twice gotten approval letters from Cigna and been told later that I did not have approval. Today I was actually told that my doctor needed to resubmit the information. I asked what the point of letters were, that wasn't "having it in writing" suppose to mean something. But having it in writing doesn't mean JACK if it's not in their computer properly. All this just for Protonix.