So I have been plagued by these vestibular problems. Intense dizzy spells, brain fog of the likes I can't even describe when that happens, lightheaded and spacy feelings, vertigo, and disequilibrium. This constant sensation of falling. It is a major problem. I can't drive. I can't work. I can't do much of anything. So I … Continue reading Short term disability rant
Eternal frustration with Insurance
I'm at a point where I am unable to fathom what to do with my insurance company. Clearly, I am chronically ill. Clearly, I was on long term for it. I returned to work and it didn't work. I went down to part-time, it didn't work. My doctor and psychologist wanted me back on long-term. … Continue reading Eternal frustration with Insurance
Doctors and Insurance companies
My update on my leave is that my doctor Just Managed to finish the massive amount of information my insurance company requested. Late. Very Late. So I will get it sent off tomorrow. I was hoping to know soon because I thought this was done, but I will not, in fact, know soon. If it … Continue reading Doctors and Insurance companies
Insurance companies do not 'get it' do they?
So I call from my insurance company asking for information they insisted they didn't need in the first place because they are that awesome. I should have got it in the first place, knowing who I am dealing with. But they also said my doctor's clinic notes do not show sufficient evidence for disability. And … Continue reading Insurance companies do not 'get it' do they?
Can’t be that sick if you smile on Facebook
This is the case of someone's medical claim that was denied because of social media. We all know social media is a reflection of life right? What? No? Oh, right it is a reflection of all those little slices of happy moments we post. And weirdly enough we smile in photos. Not sure what social … Continue reading Can’t be that sick if you smile on Facebook