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How to convince my insurance to pay for going to the doctors for gerd?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

PCP referal: Gerd is a reasonable reason to see a gastroenterologist. All that you shoul need is a referal from your pcp.

Answered 9/28/2016

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