The Letter from the University of Michigan

I am so excited for Tuesday to come.  Once I show my doctor the letter I received from the UofM, she's going to write me one.  

Here is what I got, and hopefully w/3 letters and a phone call, I can be considered for better medical coverage.

The Spine Program

Suite 100

325 E. Eisenhower, SPC 5744

Ann Arbor, MI 48108

October 31, 2008

RE: Stephanie Brenner

        CPI# 38426904

To Whom it may concern:

I have ordered a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program for Ms. Brenner regarding her chronic work disabling low back pain the in the context of severe anxiety disorder.  My records reflect previous failures of extensive physical therapy and medications by other physicians.  My opinion, and numerous practice guidelines indicate, that she will not succeed without a multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach, yet that approach has a high likelihood of return to work, return to other life activities, improvvement in physical and psychological function.

I request that her insurer approve this necessary, appropriate, and standard treatment.

Sincerely,

Andrew J. Haig, M.D.

Professor

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The University of Michigan