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Old 10-22-2009, 12:13 PM   #11 (permalink)
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What a shock that must have been - I would have passed out right then and there, or had a huge anxiety attack or something! Then when I recovered I think I would have done just what you did - started checking on things. Whether or not you have $25K you would still be in shock receiving news like that. Get into your mail pile and see if you have the preapproval letter and put it in a safe place. I'm sure its a coding issue too, but better safe than sorry! Too bad you had to have bad news like that. Good luck with this whole mess! Another stressful moment in the life of.......
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Old 10-22-2009, 12:44 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Ok, now that's just so crazy it's comical! In fact I hope you're laughing real soon over how that crazy insurance company thought you owed them $25k.
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Old 10-22-2009, 12:53 PM   #13 (permalink)
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LOL @ highland and Geebs! At first I laughed histerically.. because of how absurd it was.. then i went into complete shock which quickly (after the call to the hospital) turned into anger

My dr. office has been so kind and helpful..and understanding of my emotions.. So i am keeping my fingers crossed.. because I am afraid the wave of emotions may be backwards next time.... first, anger - then i kill someone...then shock because of what i did... and finally the histeria when i'm locked in the loony bin! LMAO!

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I would go into doctors office tomorrow and request a copy of this "approval letter" AND your medical file- a cya-...you know Cover Ya Ass!!

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