Mar
11
2009
“Peer Reviews” Lead to Wrongful Denial of Disability Claims
A peer review is NOT the same as a second opinion or independent medical exam (IME).…
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2 comments | tags: Add new tag, disability denial, disabled workers, low quality evidence, misrepresention of doctor summary, peer review, peer reviewing physician, peer-to-peer consultation, violates HIPAA, wrongful disability denial | posted in ERISA, Insurance Denial, Long Term Disability, Peer Reviews
Feb
9
2009
Choosing the wrong type of Doctor to treat your fibromyalgia could cause insurance to deny your disability claim.
What type of Doctor should I see for fibromyalgia?
Many people see their family doctor for symptoms of fibromyalgia. But if…
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no comments | tags: claim denial, disability advice, fibromyalgia, Insurance Denial, Long Term Disability, rheumatologist | posted in ERISA, Insurance Denial, Long Term Disability
Dec
2
2008
ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) is a federal law that governs benefits that you receive through your employer such as:
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
You need help now if:
…
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