How can a claim be denied based on photos and not a physical examination? PAH - CoolSculpting (Photos)

October 9, 2017
Asked By:sr1165 in northeast usa

Diagnosed with PAH after physicals exams by my coolsculpting provider a PA, and confirmed by a board certified plastic surgeon . Now undergoing lipo on bra-line, flanks and Abdominoplasty - at my expense. Was told by provider that Allergan's policy is to pay 100% corrective surgery if diagnosed with PAH but they are denying the claim saying its not consistent with PAH - of course. Inform your patients of the risks and the cost of corrective surgery.

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October 10, 2017

Answer: Sorry to hear

Reps B. Sundin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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October 10, 2017

Answer: Sorry to hear

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October 24, 2017

Answer: CoolSculpting and PAH

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October 24, 2017

Answer: CoolSculpting and PAH

October 16, 2017

Answer: PAH Post CoolSculpting

October 16, 2017

Answer: PAH Post CoolSculpting

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October 11, 2017

Answer: PAH after treatment

October 11, 2017

Answer: PAH after treatment

October 11, 2017

Answer: Wow - thank you for that feedback!

October 11, 2017

Answer: Wow - thank you for that feedback!

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