Writing a Letter of Medical Necessity for Personal Assistance Services (PAS): A Guide for Health Care Providers

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This brochure for health care providers explains how to write a strong letter of medical necessity to support your patient’s request or appeal involving Personal Assistance Services (PAS). It includes a list of topics to include in your letter and some sample language that may be useful in explaining your medical opinion. (August 2022)

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Last Review and Update: Jul 14, 2026
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