Let’s face it; calling your insurance company about a health-related claim is probably NOT on your list of things you want to try. In fact, calling your health-insurance provider is right up on the Most Dreaded List with getting a colonoscopy. So, what can you do to make this process a little less painful? Prevention […]
Making sense of your insurance denial can be very tedious, overwhelming, and stressful — and even more so when you do not understand the “language.” Sifting through confusing legalese (and what seems to be bizarre and unreasonable logic from insurance companies) can make advocating for your health feel unmanageable. Not only are you fighting for […]
There are countless barriers and obstacles to beginning and completing an eating disorder recovery journey. For some, the recovery process can be a constant and unfinished work. A continuous motion. A conscious effort. Our friend and colleague Shannon Cutts spoke on this concept beautifully, “If we want to win the war against Ed, we need […]
1. They utilize internal guidelines. Many insurances companies will make decisions based upon their own internal guidelines. They will deny or approve claims for eating disorder treatment, or deny a specific level of treatment, without providing transparency for how these decisions are being made. For a clear and simple description of what insurers should be […]
On May 13, 2015, the Missouri State House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 145 (SB 145) requiring insurance companies to provide proper diagnosis and treatment for eating disorders. After seven years of much effort, dedication, and advocacy, the legislation finally passed and remains in the hands of Governor Jay Nixon for approval. The new legislation […]
It is excruciatingly painful to remember how much she suffered and how helpless we felt when we were fighting for her life at the same time we were fighting her insurance company. The pain of having a child die does not go away. It does become bearable over time and I have found a way […]
When seeking treatment for an eating disorder, making the decision to fight for your life can be a dreadful and terrifying task. Add on fighting with your insurance company, and the pressure and stress can quickly escalate. If you receive an insurance denial for the treatment of your eating disorder, do not give up here! […]
