1st Level Appeal Denial

[bigdogchief76]

Sooo...I'm not surprised, just frustrated.

I'm going to wait to tackle the 2nd level appeal until next week.

I've decided to declare war on Aetna and the Medical Director (figuratively...just wanted to clarify so no one takes that the wrong way...lol) While I shouldn't have to fight this, it's just the way it is with these insurance companies. I think Dr Bruce Banner said it best..."Don't make me angry...you wouldn't like it when I get angry..." (cue the dramatic music, then the "Lonely Man" song from the Incredible Hulk...lol)

Denying a lumbar fusion...it seems barbaric.

I'll let everyone know how the 2nd level appeals works out.

MB

[Justin]

Good luck, Matt! Play your cards right and don't jump right in to your next appeal. Insurance companies are evil.

Denying a spinal fusion.

[Cindylou]

Good luck, Matt! Play your cards right and don't jump right in to your next appeal. Insurance companies are evil.

Denying a spinal fusion.

I couldn't agree more. It is barbaric. It's the new tactic of the insurance companies, to deny even a gold standard treatment, such as the fusion. We just cannot let them win this one. It's so wrong on so many levels. I wish I knew what more I could do to support you Matt, and every other "Matt" who is refused a fusion. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, and like Justin suggested, wait a bit before you arm yourself for battle again. Good luck! Go kick their a$$. Cindylou