Has Your Claim Been Denied? Push Back - and Get Help

As the economy continues to present challenges, the squeeze on our own wallets seems tighter, too. While that conclusion doesn't require rocket science, you might be surprised at the evidence that makes it clear to me: an increased number of requests for help resolving health insurance coverage problems.

A good example is the request by Abbey in the Patient Empowerment forum. Not only did Abbey's insurance company change ownership earlier this year, but then they changed the rules on what would be covered -- in the middle of her pregnancy. Now they are giving her grief about paying for services she is quite sure should be covered. You can read the recommendations for her there.

Even the Wall Street Journal, which must be quite tired of printing bad news (really tired!) is providing advice for those who want to fight back.

Don't forget, too, that up to 90% of hospital bills contain mistakes -- the bottom line for us wiser consumer-patients is that we need to review all bills carefully, and call in the cavalry when necessary. Especially in these difficult economic times, we don't need drains on our wallets that we do not deserve.
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