BarbaraC Posted May 22, 2013 Report Share Posted May 22, 2013 Has anyone had any luck getting approved for short-term disability (through your company) for POTS? I have seen several postings about LT disability through the government, but nothing about this. I have been denied twice by my company's insurance provider and am not sure if I should appeal again. It isn't enough money to be worth getting a lawyer, but it would still help out my family. The company basically just doesn't believe I am really sick. Any advice/experience? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katybug Posted May 22, 2013 Report Share Posted May 22, 2013 I was approved for short term and them long term through my old employer's insurance. My PCP, cardiologist, POTS /migraine neuro and immunologist were all very detailed in their notes regarding my symptoms as well as my physical limitations. I don't know if I can offer any answers but please feel free to PM me if you have specific questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoGiuliana Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 I got two or three months of coverage thru short term disability insurance via my employer. They denied me after this short time b/c of normalized blood pressure readings at a doctor's visit. I didn't fight it although probably I should have. I was still sick and did not return to work for 10 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbaraC Posted May 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 Thank you ladies! I think I just need to get more detailed information from the doctor. The insurance company kept focusing in the fact that my EKG and heart echo were fine. Of course they're fine - there's nothing actually wrong with my heart! It's good to hear that some people have been approved before - I will definitely appeal the decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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