Question:
I need to write my first appeal letter , any-one have any advise??

   — Rho (posted on October 24, 2001)

October 25, 2001
I got copies of all my medical records and attached them as back-up. Highlighting any notes that I felt would support my case, that way they did not need to go and follow up with all the doctors. Check out my profile for more information on my appeal letter.
   — Kathy P.

October 25, 2001
Everything depends on the reason for the denial. There's no point in sending medical records if the denial is contractual.
   — [Anonymous]

October 25, 2001
I had a bit of a fight with my insurance company. Check out my website - I have my appeal letter and what I sent to the insurance company under the Appeal section. Good Luck to you! http://www.themightyempress.com/wls/
   — Pamela P.

October 25, 2001
I would get your insurance companies "requirements" in writing.. Then gather all of your information, crossed reference to their requirements, write your letter, your doctor's request of pre-approval, any other specialist you have EVER seen for ANYTHING obesity related (heart, lungs, other organs, joints - knees ankles hips, OBGYN - abnormal paps, cysts, "high risk" pregnancy ect.) should write a letter and include the problem and treatment, they may request "medically supervised diets" don't sell yourself short, make a list of the un-supervised diets too, all they can do is trash it, but remember these are people too reading these.. Include a full body picture (not nessicarily unclothed) that shows exactly "how big" you really are (no offense, but we all hate those pictures I know I hated mine) Since apparently this is something they do cover (I was reading your struggle with the first go round) make them pay for it! If you would like a copy of some of the letters I've collected and used in my process please feel free to email me.(I fought my insurance for 9 months, denied twice, not the same insurance - but couldn't hurt) Good luck in the rest of your journey...
   — Elizabeth D.