If you, your patient, and their family have been unsuccessful in obtaining adequate insurance coverage, the support and intervention of an attorney may be helpful in communicating with your insurance provider. Click here for resources that will be helpful to an attorney who is working on your case.
NEXT STEPS:
Describes the information needed in the initial effort to secure needed insurance coverage
Describes common reasons that treatment is denied and strategies to respond to these denials
Issues to consider when communicating with your patient’s insurance provider
Successful sample letters that can be adapted for your use
Explanation of ERISA laws that govern many employer-sponsored health insurance policies.
An attorney might be helpful to your patient in seeking needed coverage. Issues to consider.
Links to eating disorder advocacy and information resources online