Legal Support When Your Cancer Treatment Is Denied
Last updated on May 23, 2025
A cancer diagnosis is devastating enough without having to fight your insurance company for the care you need. Unfortunately, many patients are denied treatment when they need it most.
At Mansell & Engel, we have served clients nationwide from our Oklahoma City office since 1994. Our law firm has a long-standing reputation for standing up to insurance companies and fighting for the benefits our clients deserve. We understand the complex nature of denied cancer treatment claims and know how to act quickly and effectively. Our team of attorneys is dedicated to protecting your right to timely and fair treatment, no matter how big the insurance company may be.
What Are Denied Cancer Treatment Claims?
When an insurance provider denies treatment, they generally refuse to cover part or all of your medical care. This can affect chemotherapy, radiation, surgeries or clinical trials.
These denials often come with vague explanations and tight deadlines. Therefore, it is crucial to get legal help quickly. We help you make sense of the denial and build a plan to challenge it.
How Do Insurance Companies Justify Denying Cancer Treatment?
Insurance providers may give many reasons for turning down claims. Some are valid, but others are not. Several reasons insurers may give for rejecting a cancer treatment claim include:
- The treatment is labeled “experimental” or “not medically necessary.”
- There is a lack of prior authorization.
- The provider is out-of-network.
- The treatment does not match the policy’s language.
- The insurer claims missing or incomplete documentation.
Even if your claim falls into one of these categories, it does not mean the insurance company is right. You may still have legal options, which our lawyers can help you explore.
How To Appeal A Denied Cancer Treatment Claim
A denial does not have to stop your treatment. With the help of a lawyer, you can take the following steps to appeal:
- Request the denial letter in writing
- Collect all relevant medical records and doctor’s notes
- Understand your policy terms
- Submit a formal appeal
- Pursue legal steps if needed
Appeals can be complex, but we are here to take the pressure off your shoulders and push back against unfair denials.
Call Us
If you are in Oklahoma or anywhere in the country and facing a denied cancer treatment claim, Mansell & Engel attorneys are ready to fight for you. Call us at 405-212-5921 today or use the online contact form to schedule an appointment.