Re: [SPAM]Re: United Healthcare

[Guest guest]

Ok, so I'm in the process of appealing UHC. I have a silly question. Is a DOC band considered a Brace? I read somewhere that according to the FDA, a DOC band is considered a class II neurology device. Or am I having wishful thinking and they are considered a brace.

I'm trying to get around my so called policy exclusion. "Braces that straighten or change the shape of a body part are orthotic devices and are excluded from coverage."

Thanks for your help ladies

Lorie

Mom to Spencer and Alizabeth 11mo

Spencer- Left Plagio-Doc Band Grad- 9/07-12/07

Glendale,AZ

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[Guest guest]

According to my policy with UHC, it is considered an orthotic that is used to change or reshape a body part. I thought it could be considered durable medical equipment, but it is not. Should we move forward with banding, we will pay out of pocket and file a claim. Once denied, I will appeal, but do not have my hopes up of any reimbursement and am not letting this be a deciding factor for us in banding or not banding. I will let you know if I find out anything else from insurance or have any luck.

United Healthcare> > > Does anybody have UnitedHealthcare. I was trying to> figure out whether > the DOC Band is covered, before we go for our> appointment at CT, but I > could not find information. I am planning on calling> them on Monday, > but wanted to check if anybody has had experience with> them. Thank you > in advance.>

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