Question:
Will getting a letter from my chiropractor help with the approval process?

I'm being treated right now for a bulging disk and wondered if a letter from him to go along with my PCP and surgeons letter would help with the approval. I have Aetna insurance if that makes a difference. Has anybody done this? And do you think it helped?    — Kathy B. (posted on October 31, 2001)

October 30, 2001
With ANY insurance..... it couldn't hurt!! Chiropractor, Pulmonologist / cardiologist / obgyn / physical therapist /orthopedist/ dietician / Mentor for Pain Management (let's talk to the "naturalists" here) ANYONE who's seen you for pain or other health related problems conserning obesity.. And not to sound over optimistic, but there isn't much they won't blame on obesity, so if in doubt, couldn't hurt... Good luck on your Journey!
   — Elizabeth D.

October 31, 2001
The nurses commented on how well i had organized my files. I got letters and records ahead of time,From my cardiologist, any of my past doctors,and records from my present PCP. On the forms I had to hand write in most answers but between the papers i put a typed copy. I included a nice photo (full fat body) of me..(my sweet daughter took in front of her garage door so you can see the flab flap (ha) and a copy of all my meds , a letter stating why I wanted this surgery (at office request) and i added a few things of my own. I WOULD HAVE GOTTEN A LETTER FROM THE DOG but he wouldnt write it!! Said his Paw hurt.
   — Jackiis

October 31, 2001
It can't hurt! But, make sure he documents that your health condition(s) are weight related.
   — [Anonymous]