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Appeal a Medicare denial

Got a claim or service denied? You have the right to appeal, and people who appeal often win. Tell us what happened and we'll draft a formal appeal letter you can print, sign, and mail.

We use your details to write the letter, then forget them, nothing is stored. Review the letter and add your own details before sending. This is help drafting a letter, not legal advice.

You have the right to appeal, and it works

A denial is not the final word. Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Part D plans, and Medicaid all have a formal appeals process, and a large share of appeals succeed, especially when a doctor supports the request. The hardest part is usually just writing the letter and sending it before the deadline. MediNav handles the letter; you add your details and send it in.

Don't miss the deadline: your denial notice lists the exact date you must appeal by, often 60 to 120 days. Send your letter (by certified mail if you can) before that date.

Appealing for a parent? You'll usually need to be their authorized representative first, here's the form and how to file it →

Need free one-on-one help? Your local SHIP counselor can assist at no cost. Not sure you're getting all the benefits you qualify for? Run the free Money Finder →