Letter of necessity

[genevasc 3]

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

[Chrisb428 626]

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.

[genevasc 3]

I have the do the 3 months supervised diet

[Chrisb428 626]

Mine is 6, currently on month 5.

[Sadiebug 206]

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.

[genevasc 3]

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

[KimTriesRNY 1,853]

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.