Question:
Anyone have names of attorneys in OH or elsewhere besides Walter Lindstrom?

I have been denied and have been told it is because my surgeon did not send letter of medical necessity and evaluation. BTC says it was sent and I also sent a copy today just to be sure. Someone else, today, at MMOH told me it was b/c I don't meet their criteria. I know Lindstrom helps alot of people but I left a message for him last week and still haven't even gotten a return call. I want to start the appeal NOW... Anyone know any attorneys in OH or elsewhere who have been successful with these types of issues?    — J. T. (posted on November 12, 2001)

November 12, 2001
Don't even think about using anyone else but Walter and kelley. I know they can be difficult to get a hold of and thats for a good reason,they are the best at what they do...I just got my approval letter from Cigna last friday (11-09-01). I really had no Idea what to expect and the waiting was very difficult but when I finally read what they had prepared I was very impressed.It was 20 pages of in your face knowledgable information that I could never have come up with. Their fees are reasonable considering what is at stake. E-mail is the best for them as they are swamped. If you phone it can take sometime for a response. I was frustrated during the appeal process with the communication but not only was the end product fruitfull but they are very nice peope who have been through the same thing. Stick with it.. Greg Seith
   — Greg S.

December 18, 2001
John Fisher in Toledo is working with me. He is NOT an obesity specialitist but he is well versed in insurance policy and procedure, and was recommeded by the Toledo bar. He met with me in person for an initial consulatation free of charge. He is quite aggressive and has experience working with insurance companies to get surgeries approved.
   — Diane P.