Aspects To Understand In Winning Long Term Disability Appeal

By Carol Jackson


At times, an insurance company denies the claims of their client. The denial stems from a hundred of reasons, especially if the client did not read what was on the fine prints. Filing a long term disability appeal needs a written letter sent to the company.

Gather knowledge on your insurance policy to aid you in your appeal. Be persistent in learning what you need to learn. You also need to be patient in gathering evidence to counter the reasons and claims of the insurance company. Remember to finish before the appointed deadline for appeal.

What reason they come up with may be, understanding it should be a priority before you can build a substantial case. Their denial letter and each section on it should be read thoroughly. Call them and inquire as to what each of them mean. Remember, you are doing this so you will have important information. It would be prudent if you are polite in conversing with them.

If you know that some sections are incorrect, mark them so you may use this as a basis for gathering evidence. They may say that you submitted medical records that are lacking in documents. Ask what documents they are pertaining to. Do not also forget to inquire if there are certain medical tests and lab results that they like to add in your records. Inquire as well why the medical certificate your physician wrote is not sufficient enough to approve your claim.

Most companies would reason out that they did not find your disability to affect your work. If this is the reason detailed on their letter, let them know the duties and responsibilities you have in the company. Include a copy of your official job description and specification you got from the human resources department. This is so they know that your reason is valid and should not have been denied in the first place.

It would be better if you ask for the help of your physician. Ask him specific questions regarding your disability and have it recorded. Have him list the physical and mental limitations you will encounter if you continue to work. Let him also explain the results of your operation and how this will affect your daily routine whether at work, social functions, and home.

Read your insurance contract and scour for their company definition of disability. There are instances when your understanding and theirs are different. No ability to do your own work and no ability to do any work are the meaning they either use.

Once it matches your definition, read again your contract. Cross matches it with your notes in their letter and your evidence gathered. By doing so increases your chances in winning the appeal and getting the insurance claim.

Lastly, to ensure that they cannot deny you a second time, ask for the assistance of lawyers. They can review your counter claim and affirm it if it is substantial enough for your appeal. With their help, you can avoid any delays and lessens any errors in regards to paperwork. They also know how to craft the letter of appeal so you can persuade the insurance company to retract their decision.




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