Hoping 3rd times the charm

[khelm32 52]

I'm on my 3rd appeal with my insurance. I'm so frustrated with this process. I started back in December of last year with the 6 month supervised weightloss with my physician. I was first denied early July. I appealed, and was denied again. My BMI has been between 35 & 40 for the last 10 years, but the insurance was denying me saying that because I hadn't been at 40 BMI with diabetes or sleep apnea I didn't qualify. After last denial, I had a sleep test done and was diagnosed with mild sleep apnea. The nurse coordinator I have been working with has now submitted for a 3rd appeal with the sleep apnea diagnosis. I am hoping this will work, but it's hard for me to stay positive considering how frustrating this has all been. I don't understand why the insurance companies don't take into consideration what would be best for your health and well being or take into consideration your past history which mine clearly shows I have literally tried everything to lose weight. I'm not one looking for a quick fix or else I would have tried to get this done years ago. If I am denied again, I will have to consider the self pay option which really isn't ideal, but I really don't know what else to do...

[dawalsh 919]

I'm praying that third time is your charm. Insurance companies want our money right away but when it comes to us trying to get healthier they give us a hard time. Best of luck to you!

[Bama53 214]

Good luck to you! Waiting is the hardest thing. Hope it all works out. Keep us posted.