genevasc 3 Posted June 14, 2018 I’m having a hard time getting a letter of necessity from my Pcp she is upset cause I didn’t mention to her during our first visit The reason I didn’t mention is because the visit seem rushed and she just gave me a print of about dieting ever said anything relating to my obesity I do believe I have to have this letter for my insurance Which is aenta to be approved I don’t know what to do 1 Frustr8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrisb428 626 Posted June 14, 2018 1 minute ago, genevasc said: I’m having a hard time getting a letter of necessity from my Pcp she is upset cause I didn’t mention to her during our first visit The reason I didn’t mention is because the visit seem rushed and she just gave me a print of about dieting ever said anything relating to my obesity I do believe I have to have this letter for my insurance Which is aenta to be approved I don’t know what to do I have Aetna also. I dont require a letter of necessity, but i do have to do thr physician directed weight loss. Some Aetna plans are 3 and some are 6 mos. I just have to show my monthy paperwork. 1 Frustr8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
genevasc 3 Posted June 14, 2018 I have the do the 3 months supervised diet 1 Frustr8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrisb428 626 Posted June 14, 2018 Mine is 6, currently on month 5. 1 Frustr8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sadiebug 206 Posted June 14, 2018 Two options: ask your surgeon to write the letter or find a new PCP. My surgeon wrote my letter of necessity - but I know some insurance companies may require it to come from a PCP and not the surgeon. Honestly, I would find a new PCP if yours is not 100% supportive of the surgery. You will need a good relationship with your PCP for years post surgery to monitor bloodwork/vitamin levels and your overall health. 2 Frustr8 and genevasc reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
genevasc 3 Posted June 14, 2018 I relocated to a different state and I haven’t been here long I talk with my Pcp she want me to come so she can clear me for surgery that’s the only way she giving me the letter of necessity 1 Frustr8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KimTriesRNY 1,853 Posted June 15, 2018 You may have better luck if you have a template of sorts to give the physician. Then the physician can have a sort of “form” to work with, and change details and facts to suit your individual situation. This may be handy for you especially if your relationship with the doctor is fairly new. Many times it’s the office manager that actually fills these forms and letters out. Consider finding a template letter online or examples of other similar letters and bringing a copy to your appt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
