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I believe their lowest fee is $300. Sent from my SM-T800 using the BariatricPal App

I would rather you speak to them directly regarding costs. But I will tell you they have flat rates, not hourly like most attorneys and I found it very reasonable. The fee they quote depends on how much assistance you need/want. They did multiple appeals for me and I only had to pay once due to the flat fee. Sent from my SM-T800 using the BariatricPal App

I just got a denial letter yesterday. I don't qualify on BMI alone (>40), but have hypertension so I hoped to qualify with that plus a BMI of 36. I plan to appeal and my dr. referred me to Lindstrom. May I ask how much that process cost to have them advocate for you?
Thanks!

Appeal, appeal, and appeal some more. You should receive a denial in writing and that denial should have a specific reason. Call insurance again and demand a written denial.
I went through 3 denials and then appealed to an external review board and got my denial reversed. I think many times insurance hopes you will get discouraged and give up. So appeal until you don't have any appeals left.
I used Lindstrom Obesity Advocates to help with my appeals. I highly recommend them if you choose to have outside help.

Angel Wing hugs sent 2u4 comfort. BCBS of Michigan approved to remove my excess skin on my legs & arms. Luckily the doctor scheduled it for the next week & I got it done. But after it was done, BCBS reniged on paying for any of the bill. U may think at least I got it done. No not really bc any skin removal surgery needs to be tweaked so it's uneven & huge ugly scars. I may have to file bankruptcy bc my husband died shortly afterwards so I no longer have his income to help pay bills which this surgery became. There isn't any magic surgery or magic pill. It's U that makes the difference in your own improvements even after surgery! Just don't give up on not giving up on yourself!! Even without surgery follow the postoperative eating to kick start your weight loss goal. With or without surgery it's all determination, self control & willpower always. Best wishes 2u!!
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Don't give up . Demand an appeal and start the process asap .
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I can only imagine your frustration! There should be an appeals process you can go through and that's where I'd start. I had to appeal a decsion for some medication once and all worked out for me. Please don't give up! File an appeal ASAP! GOD BLESS YOU. Best wishes.
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I'm speechless...
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I was denied at first by my insurance, which is BCBS. They denied me after I jumped through all of their hoops, claiming they just changed the policy. I had to go through a 6 month nutrition program. I had become discouraged and almost gave up. I went through the 6 month program. I got my approval letter right before Christmas, and I had my surgery on 1/30/2017. Please don't give up. Tasha
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