Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that is particularly effective as an immunosuppressant drug. It is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases (such as moderate allergic reactions), some autoimmune diseases, and (at higher doses) some types of cancer, but it has significant adverse effects.
denial of claim. DEFINITION: Denial of claim is the refusal of an insurance company or carrier to honor a request by an individual (or his or her provider) to pay for health care services obtained from a health care professional.
Definition of Claim. 1  an assertion of a right (as to money or property); his claim asked for damages. 2  an assertion that something is true or factual; his claim that he was innocent; evidence contradicted the governments claims. 3  demand for something as rightful or due; they struck in support of their claim for a shorter work day.