[kristi]

I really think we need as much publicity as possibly, especially since it has now been one year since the Charite disc was approved. I haven't had much luck, but I am still working on it. Local stories are good, because if they get picked up by the AP, they may get seen by other publications.

I would not recommend sending them a long detailed story. Just make your point at the beginning of your letter, and then add some additional information, and offer to send more upon request. If you think your insurance company has done something illegal, unethical, or has failed to meet its stated deadlines,etc. then by all means, include that info. For instance, in my case, the physicians supposedly making decisions about my spine include a pediatrician and a retired orthopedic surgeon. I am trying to say something in the beginning that will catch their attention and keep them reading.

I personally think it is better to send your letter by mail, if you can find an address. I know how easy it is to click delete to an email.

Florida Today recently had a really good article and I would really like to see more like it.

The more publicity we can, the better for all of us.