Comments on: Denied for Surgery

By: Two Thousand Ten

Two Thousand Ten — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 02:32:02 +0000

[...] for.ever. If you’ve read for any length of time, you might know that I attempted to get weight loss surgery. That didn’t go well the 1st time. I haven’t decided if I will try that route again [...]

By: Magic Happiness Pill?

Magic Happiness Pill? — Thu, 21 May 2009 17:54:03 +0000

[...] weight. I spent the last year trying to gain approval for weight loss surgery. I was ultimately declined for “lack of medical necessity. *blah* So now I’m back to square one trying to find [...]

By: Time for Another Surrogacy

Time for Another Surrogacy — Fri, 08 May 2009 22:15:00 +0000

[...] kids and trying to get healthy. I’ve run into some roadblocks trying to gain approval for weight loss surgery. So, I think I’m done with it. Last night I decided to screw the surgery. I can do [...]

By: Yvonne McCarthy

Yvonne McCarthy — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:50:43 +0000

I know there are people that can help you fight! I have heard about companies that deny everyone on a particular day and then on another day, they get approved. Are you a member of any large online support group like Obesity Help? Ask, ask, ask for help and how to do it. If your doc doesn’t know how to fight, find one that does. I know a lady in Las Vegas that fought them for a couple of years. You might also check out doing a search on how to beat bariatric denial letters. I’m not saying it’s always possible but don’t go down without a fight. Bless your heart. If you’d like, email me and I’ll see if I can put you in touch with some people that might be able to help you. Blessings,Yvonne (Bariatric Girl)

By: Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:57:29 +0000

Oh Rhea, I am so very sorry to hear this. I haven’t been through a grievance with an insurance approval so I can’t help in that respect. But I know you enough to say that you will write a kick arse letter and get approved. I can feel it!!
Big hugs to you girl!!

By: stacy

stacy — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:17:24 +0000

lots and lots of hugs…I know how much you were looking forward to doing this…I’m so very, very sorry!!

By: Cat @ 3 Kids and Us

Cat @ 3 Kids and Us — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:34:56 +0000

Hugs! I’ve never been in your shoes but it sure sounds like life is not pleasant right now. Is there an appeal process, anything you can do?

By: Brea's Mommy

Brea's Mommy — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 02:55:25 +0000

I am sorry you were denied. I know many people that have had this surgery. Some were successful and others who gained the weight back. I wish you the best and hope that things work out for you.

By: Weight Loss » Blog Archive » Denied for Surgery

Weight Loss » Blog Archive » Denied for Surgery — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:30:20 +0000

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