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I put in approval for both panni+abdominoplasty and a brachioplasty at the same time. The TT was approved and done, but the Brachioplasty was denied. They did the peer to peer review and I don't think anything came of it. I think at this point I have to write an appeal letter. Do you all have any recommendations or tips for getting appeals approved?

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@@livvsmum

write an appeal letter.

you got all your paperwork from dr/surgeon commenting on the reasons you should be approved???

maybe ask surgeon to write more good stuff about your situation

submit your appeal

I don't think think the above are frequently approved :wacko:

but - it's POSSIBLE i'm wrong

won't be the first time or last time ;)

never give up easily

whether its plastics, or regular life stuff :rolleyes:

try, try again :)

congrats on being approved for tummy tuck

you probably look as good as you feel :)

good luck :rolleyes:

kathy

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I went to our support group last month, where a plastic surgeon was the guest speaker. He basically told us the only plastics that could get approved (by insurance) was the panni. But don't be discouraged, if you self-pay, the rates come way down, usually. And some places offer payment plans. So look into it, it can't hurt to ask! Good luck to you!

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Continue trying appeal at least twice

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