i didn't get all the details (that is coming in a letter) but i found out by calling my insurance that i was denied, and counseling is needed.

the reason this bugs me is, i went thru 6 months of nutritional counseling. then i saw a psychiatrist and took the 2 psych tests (all out of pocket). i remember he left me a phone msg saying he was writing his evaluation, saying counseling is recommended, but not mandatory.

i'll bet i have to book a few sessions with the psychiatrist again. which sucks - because my health insurance doesn't cover it. and i am totally broke and getting behind on bills.

has anyone else had this happen? :smile2:

Edited December 17, 200817 yr by a_thinner_me

I dont know if this will help you at all but I was denied twice b/c of my physchiatrist. the first time there wasnt enough in my letter from him and the second time I think he said to much about things not even related to my weight. Even though he was the one to mention the surgery to me in the first place a few months ago I was still denied. I have been seeing this physchiatrist for 8 months and he knows me better than the insurance people and it was still a no. Everyone just keeps telling to me appeal appeal appeal. Keep your head up if it is meant to be it will be.

I would talk to the insurance company and see what they are wanting to have. I also would appeal it based on new information. I would also check with the doctor and see what he wrote and ask him for his help also. Might also talk to the band doctor and see what he can do for you.

Chris