850 Million Medical Claims Denied Last Year. Yours Doesn't Have to Be.
Free resources to help you fight back against denied claims, billing errors, and healthcare fraud.
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You Can Fight the Healthcare System—And Win
Every year, hundreds of millions of medical claims are denied, and the vast majority of people never appeal. But those who do appeal win 75% of the time. The system is counting on you to give up.
This site gives you the tools, templates, and knowledge to fight back on your own. You don't need to be a lawyer or a medical expert—you just need to know your rights and how to use them.
Essential Guides & Resources
Start here: Our most helpful guides covering denied claims, billing errors, and healthcare fraud.
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Sources & References
1 Wall Street Journal. "Health Insurers Deny 850 Million Claims a Year. The Few Who Appeal Often Win." February 12, 2025. Based on calculations by Claimable using data from KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation) and federal figures.
2 Multiple industry sources: Dialog Health ("Medical Billing Statistics," February 2025) reports 80% of bills contain errors; eTactics ("Medical Billing Error Statistics," 2020) reports nearly 50% of Medicare claims contain errors. The 50-80% range reflects variation by insurance type, bill complexity, and error severity.
3 Wall Street Journal, February 12, 2025. "Less than 1% of patients appeal" denied claims, according to KFF data.
4 Wall Street Journal, February 12, 2025. "Nearly three-quarters of appeals are successful," based on KFF data and industry analysis.
Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals, lawyers, or billing experts. We are patients and caregivers sharing educational resources. The information on this site is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical or legal advice. For specific questions about your situation, please consult with qualified professionals.