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Cosmetic insurance won’t pay

Hi everyone, 
I am hoping someone can help me. 
I went abroad for surgery and need revision. I bought insurance from medical shield and they want a letter from my Dr basically agreeing I need revision. My Drs will not do me one , the insurers say I can use any Dr but how do I go about doing that, I have tried a few private clinics but they also say it’s not what they do . I’m at a loss and don’t have much time left. 
Help someone xx 

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  • Since you went abroad for treatment won't the foreign doctor do a letter for you?
  • Hoenir
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    Since you went abroad for treatment won't the foreign doctor do a letter for you?
    More importantly for that matter why not? 
  • XRS200
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    The policy needs a qualified practitioner in the UK to confirm a return trip is medically necessary.

    OP, you need to keep trying to find one it seems.
  • diane70
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    They also need one from the surgeon and uk dr, think I will write letters to lots of drs to see if any can help! X 
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