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4 Failed Efforts, Check Reimbursement Reissuance $525, Aetna Medicare
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Rating: 3/51

EL PASO -- Issue: Multiple failures for check reissuance of a $525 claim. I submitted a dental reimbursement claim for work complete on 10/29/2018 and 10/30/2018. Initially, my follow-up on the claim process proved worrisome. The first representative explained that she could not locate my claim. That's an excuse, IMO. She went on to tell me that I should wait for up to 60 days... If the claim was received and approved, I would be reimbursed by then. Additionally, she explained that I should have been notified of my claim receipt. Nope. There was no acknowledge of the claim receipt for my $525 claim. I escalated to a supervisor; my claim submission was verified, but apparently not active. She explained that I should expect a check within 10 - 15 business days.

A document dated 12/7/2018 was received. It kinda looked like a check; but it did not have the watermark that would authenticate the check. I never cashed it, instead calling Aetna again in late December. Apparently, the representative issued a STOP PAYMENT on the check, failing to advise me of her action. I never knew said check was no longer valid. On/about 12/30/2018, I once again called Aetna. The representative advised me that the document that looked like the check was actually a legitimate check. It was OK to deposit. Since no check had been reissued, I felt confident in doing so, That was a $35 mistake.

The check bounced. It cost me $35 in bank fees, for a check that I ***purposely confirmed*** to an Aetna Medicare representative as still valid for deposit (via a telephone call to an Aetna rep) company... A 3rd representative provided incorrect information. How bad is a company's computer system... that a claim payment status cannot be easily confirmed?

On 1/17/2019, it took about 36 minutes of time via another call to a 4th Aetna rep, inquiring as to the check status. This representative told me that the individual who submitted the original reissue did it wrong. He put me on hold for a long period; and he assured me that he was absolutely certain that he revised my claim, such that a reissue check would be here soon.

On 1/26/2019, I called Aetna to request a confirmation of check issuance, NO CHECK - was ever reissued. Once again, this representative assured me that I will have a reissued check on/before February 10th - 15th. She also gave me a confirmation #**. The last 3 digits will not be publicly disclosed; but are available upon request by authorized individuals.

The AETNA MEDICARE HMO plan is an excellent plan. However, while 80% of the staff I have dealt with were excellent, at least 4 were not. I do hope that Aetna recognizes this shortcoming... and I have no doubt that they will. However, improvement can only occur when complaints are publicized. 26 days later... I've once again been promised that my $525 check is on it's way. At least the last representative provided me with a claim number.

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Non Coverage of Claims
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Rating: 1/51

BEL AIR, MARYLAND -- I had what seemed like a kidney stone attack for approximately 3 days. I went to an approved provider - Upper Chesapeake Hospital - for emergency treatment. I received a bill for the Emergency Room deductible but later received a physician bill for over $900 - I was told three different things.

  1. This was an out of network doctor and I would have to pay the out of network charge of $900.

  2. I explained this was for emergency treatment. I was told I could ask for a review since I used an approved facility and could not pick my doctor.

  3. I received a call form MHBP - Eva - who explained they did not consider this to be an emergency treatment. They also explained there were three diagnosis codes - of which they only read the first two. The third code indicated a kidney stone. They would not read nor consider this and this I am responsible for what is considered out of network costs since this was not an emergency in their mind.

Frankly, I had BCBS for years and never had this amount of out of network hassle ever in my life. I may have saved a few hundred dollars a year on premiums but my out of pocket expenses are nuts. Next I had a procedure done for kidney stone removal. My doctor was in network as was Upper Chesapeake - I asked for in network treatment but was given out of network doctors for anesthesia. While I tried to explain I did everything I could to ensure in network treatment - I am also receiving a bill for over $1,700 for Anesthesia even after I tried to do everything in my power to ensure in network providers - Yes I used the hospital Mail Handlers said was in network. This is crazy.

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Aetna Makes Me Want Medicare For All
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Rating: 1/51

CLEBURNE, TX -- I have been an Aetna customer for three years now, and they make me want to support some sort of government-controlled healthcare. My biggest issue revolves around the drug Rapaflo. This drug enables me to pee without suffering from extreme anal and pelvic pain. Aetna LOVES to substitute a drug for Rapaflo in order to save them money without giving me any notice at all.

The last time they did this, I got a ticket, kicked out of a medical facility trying to adhere to their ridiculous requirements, and suffered unimaginable pain and suffering. I would have sued them in state court, but they got rid of EVERY SINGLE physical address in the big and great State of Texas. Basically, Aetna does not have to abide by state law in most places.

More typical, they fluctuate the price saying it comes from “different factories” or some BS like that. I think the worst part is they do not give any sort of notice about changes to this pill. Personally, I cannot recommend them any less.

If anyone from Aenta would like to dispute these facts or have me altered/deleted this review, I may be reached at cwb125@gmail.com.

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Worst Dental Insurance Ever!!!
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Rating: 1/51

EAGAN, MINNESOTA -- Despite paying $97 a month they won't pay any of my claims. Then to make matters worse they deduct two months worth of premiums at once throwing my account into overdraft (my contract clearly states MONTHLY premiums).
AND I have NEVER had a dental policy that doesn't pay 100% of dental cleanings and xrays! Not this stupid plan!

They apply your deductible to the claim so for two cleanings I end up out of pocket for $188. I could have paid cash and got it done cheaper than that, add the extra $97 premium and that's $285 for my two kids teeth cleanings WITHOUT x-rays! Maybe I've always been spoiled with great dental plans through employers but if this is how private policies are they stink! And despite signing up for the policy in September my deductible is based on the calendar year, so when we go back at the beginning of the year we'll have to pay the deductible AGAIN. I call BS on this company and their lame policies!

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Prescriptions
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Rating: 1/51

LINCOLN CITY, OREGON -- For over 30 years been with MHBP, I never had an issue until Aetna took over. The claims agents are told to interpret prescriptions as being 30 days, example, you receive a script for 9 migraine pills with 3 refills (and say they can only give 18 per month, according to their rules), to them that means 9 pills every 30 days. The very same company (MHBP) was allowing the very same medication to be filled with amounts of 40-50 per month without a peep.

My wife has taken the med for over 20 years and it is the only thing that works for her migraines. I talked to three of them and they had real problems keeping their story straight, caught them in several lies. As soon as we can get out of this plan, we will. They should not be allowed to provide any kind of insurance to the federal gov't. The last time my wife's doctor called them and all of a sudden the scripts started getting approved outside of what I was told today. Do not buy MHBP insurance or anything that has Aetna, CVS, or Caremark on it.

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Aetna thieves, crooks and liars
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Rating: 1/51

CALIFORNIA -- Aetna thieves, crooks and liars.
It is my opinion. I purchased a long-term and a short term disability policy from Aetna through my employer. I became disabled because of a heart attack, verified by 3 doctors, state, SSA and other insurance companies. Aetna harassed my spouse and I, threatened me with job termination, discontinued my employer pay and benefits, conveniently lost documents my doctors and I sent to them several times, misquoted and distorted facts in medical documents I submitted, forced me to retire because of no pay or benefits, committed fraud, made numerous mistakes always in Aetna's favor, told me verbal lies in phone conversations, made outrageous demands under the threat of being fired “if you don't go to the doctor today and submit these forms you will be terminated from your job”, Etc. Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini's compensation was valued at $17.3 million last year. He got it by screwing people like you and I. Mark Bertolini should be in jail for fraud. Don't get Aetna insurance for any coverage of any kind. Aetna will not pay claims and will do anything to avoid paying. If you do have Aetna coverage, get rid of them ASAP. If you do have problems with Aetna, keep a log, FAX or send all documents 3 times and file a complaints with your employer and department of insurance.
Anonymous Aetna victim, because of Aetna reprisals.

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Benefit Not Available in Area
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Rating: 2/51

DAYTON, OHIO -- Our benefit booklet states we have 100% coverage for MRIs, etc. if done in a stand alone office. Sounds really great, right??? Well, there are no stand alone offices in our area even though many are listed in the benefit handbook. When I called Aetna for a name that would qualify for the 100% coverage I was given a name that doesn't even exist any longer, it's now owned by a hospital. Looking further I found all listing were incorrect, either the number was disconnected or it wasn't even the correct office.

When I filed a complaint w/ Aetna I received a letter stating they do not guarantee coverage for all areas and I could file a complaint with Washington, DC. Truly felt filing with Washington was going to be a waste of time but, did it anyway. Yes, it was a waste of time. Response was about the same as Aetna and if I wish to further appeal I can file in Federal Court. NO THANKS, why waste time with something that is impossible to win. Before selecting Aetna insurance you may want to call providers in their benefit booklet just to see if you will have the coverage promised.

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COBRA
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NEW YORK -- There is a loophole in the COBRA LAW so companies can get out of it which needs legislation. Please everyone here write to congress. For companies who do not willingly want to give it, they can claim a payment was late and are not obligated to let you know you were cancelled! Morally that is reprehensible and I would hope any human with a heart would agree, but surprise, surprise, some people have no concern. Once a time period elapses, you are taken off the COBRA.

I emailed and called non stop asking why the last checks were not being cashed but was not responded to. I cannot send these checks directly to AETNA, which would have prevented my being in the dark about cancellation. The administrator can be very sneaky and just cancel then wait so that you do not find out till it is too late. We should be given that choice to deal directly so this cannot happen.

After my divorce I was entitled to COBRA from the firm my company has worked for almost 16 years. I asked if I could remain on the family plan but the attorneys nixed that and so my ex told his Benefits Dept. to take me off. Originally my ex and I agreed he would pay medical for several years and I knew that was the way it would work smoothly between us. It is standard for that to be done.

But his lawyers knew otherwise and wanted to be a big shot at my expense. Since I was unemployed, my only option to have continuous coverage at a reasonable group rate was to get COBRA, a Federal law that mandates I be given insurance. That is the area in which I fit neatly, per law and per design.

I filled out the COBRA forms and mailed/faxed in the payment, addressed to his company. This was done timely. The check was not cashed for more than a month and I was sent a new card (AETNA claims in error) but this time, again "family". I was OK with that as it is not uncommon to be carried by an ex on the family plan. But Aetna said that was an error.

So finally, after prodding my ex, I was sent the individual AETNA plan card and I sighed in relief. I spoke to a Benefits woman who was highly disrespectful (as I am THE ex-spouse, so however the ex dictates, that is how they fall in line too, and our relationship just deteriorated). But I asked my ex to find out why I had no insurance card when we were still amicable, and he also paid that one time, from money he owed me. Benefits told me to send my checks in before the 20th and I did so, but she never cashed them.

I tried calling and leaving messages, every day, about why never cashed and I have several emails to the ex as proof. I did take care of my affairs and a professional would have done her job to enforce COBRA but here it was a power thing. I did all proper steps to ensure coverage. Their case hinges on accusing me of being a rude person (I am not) but labels stick and cause the ruining of reputations.

Rude people do need health insurance. Criminals need health insurance. Anyone on earth good or bad needs health care. If anytime someone decides you are rude they can terminate benefits few would have insurance. How could I dream she might deny receiving them timely as all I had was timely entries? I am a professional and do not work that way and would not expect anyone else to. So I sent the last check certified, and it was signed for, proving they were received as none were returned. I was wondering if they moved, still giving them the benefit of the doubt that they could not possibly be this callous.

But apparently they just did not deposit, as though not received. She is either showing no compassion about my situation or deliberately saying a payment was not given her or simply made a clerical error. I would easily choose the latter, but have not had that corrected. It is being covered up if it was their error and I am being blamed. I am being denied what the Federal Law gave me. This is cold hearted. IT IS MY RIGHT GIVEN TO ME BY CONGRESS AND A CLERICAL ERROR BY THE FIRM SHOULD NOT CAUSE CONSEQUENCES TO ME AND NONE TO THEM!

That any one person can try to keep me from getting health care, sadly and put me through THIS, is mind boggling! Who can I report this to and what can I do? Aetna says they have me in their system until 091409 (that is after I proved they cashed August check). Until I produced that check they had me cancelled 082109 (fishy). THAT IS WHY COBRA IS MANDATED BY LAW. BUT there is a HUGE loophole so companies can get out of it which MUST be fixed.

Please everyone here write to congress. For companies who do not willingly want to give it, they can claim a payment was late and ARE NOT REQUIRED to let you know so can you remedy it. I only found out when I went to a doctor! I am extremely upset. Any suggestions? Is there a Commission to review this? Labor Dept has been notified and is working on it but so far I still do not know. They seem to want to just get the case closed any which way and a big firm catches their attention more than a simple woman in need.

Again, I questioned this continuously. This is terrorizing and frightening me beyond belief. IT IS A NECESSITY! I should not be fighting this fight all over again. CONGRESS AGREED WE DO GET THIS BENEFIT AS AN EX SPOUSE. THAT IS WHY A LAW WAS PASSED. It is NOT up to someone deciding it again, at all. It is a law in place for all. For rude people and nice people and young people and all who fall into it. As I do. To allow me on it just to then cancel and not notify was NOT why this law was passed and legislated. Please everyone ask why the cancellation to the individual is not required so this law can be enforced as needed.

By the way, companies who are not afraid will just give that excuse. And more often they will have a simple clerical error and cover it up and say it was the person's fault and get away without consequences. Are they not afraid of God though? Heartless anguish totally unnecessary. Do unto others is not their motto. I am still praying this will take a turn for the right course. But I do intend to write Congress why this loophole is there. But really folks, if a human being is receiving monthly timely checks they have a clue you are sending for a reason. Luckily I saved the emails. Thanks again all.

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Unpaid Claims and Refusal to Pay for Necessary Treatment
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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO -- My health insurance is Aetna, however Principal pays the bills using Aetna guidelines. Last December I contacted Principal to get benefits quoted for chiropractic care and physical therapy. I was told that they will pay $500 total for chiropractic care, and physical therapy is unlimited with a $20 copay per session. The chiropractor I go to is part of a wellness clinic that has a physical therapist, massage therapist, and doctor as well.

When I spoke to the representative, I was told that they would pay for physical therapy at the chiropractor's office as long as the doctor's office coded for physical therapy. The representative said that I might need a note from the doctor saying that my treatment was medically necessary. When I went for the treatment, I agreed to submit the bills myself to Principal because this office has had problems in the past with Principal. After I sent in the bills with the note of medical necessity, my claims were denied saying that my treatment was not medically necessary. I stopped my treatment because I did not want to accrue any additional bills.

Three months later my primary care physician sent me to physical therapy at the hospital and had an MRI done of my neck. We then found out I have several bulging discs in my neck, and severe degeneration. This is now 6 months after my treatment started and 3 after it stopped. The insurance company is no longer denying my coverage because of the lack of medical necessity. Now they will not pay because they said they do not pay for physical therapy at a chiropractor's office. I am now stuck with over $13,000 in medical bills that my insurance refuses to pay. I more than likely will have to file for bankruptcy now.

On a side note, they finally paid the $500.00 for the chiropractic treatment. My second issue is my pain doctor wants to do a radiowave ablation to the nerves in my neck. I had the test done which proved the treatment will work for pain reduction. My insurance company is denying coverage saying the treatment is experimental because of the herniated disc. Ironically, this is the main reason for the treatment. Because I cannot get treatment, I am probably going to have to apply for disability at 33 years old. The insurance companies are playing God with our health, and it's not right. I suffer in severe pain everyday of my life because of my insurance company.

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Starmark Good at Finding Rules Under Which They Can Deny Your Benefits
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CLINTON, IOWA -- My company switched to Starmark couple months ago. We had a twin boys who were early by 11 weeks. Since they were preemies they were to get Synagis (costs about 2500 per shot) and the shots were to be given between Nov and April. These shots prevent bronchitis in preemies. My old insurance company paid for the shots Nov through Jan and I am trying to get the authorization for shots of Feb and March 10 and I am still waiting for the authorization from the company and it's already April.

Since last two months they keep pushing me and the doctors office around to complete some paper work. They have very complex system of meeting RX. They outsource their Prescriptions services to Wellpoint. Wellpoint outsources pre-authorization services to another unit. Wellpoint also outsourced some of the special medicines to another company called Precision RX. To get an answer we have to call all the layers (at least 4) and then you get a vague answer saying that pre-authorization was given but not used (by Precision RX) and pre-authorization is valid only for 24 hours.

I can't believe why a pre-authorization would be valid only for 24 hours. If it's so then why not the Wellpoint pre-authorization processor not inform the doctors office or the member. We have restarted the paperwork and Starmark says they haven't received the papers. My doctor's office says they have proof of sending the fax and the confirmations. Since Starmark insists that they have to get the papers again, we faxed them one more time. I am already on tag for shots for one month. Since Starmark is dragging its feet I may have to pay another month shots out of my pocket. Starmark SUCKS!!!

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