Ladydigs

Anybody have any experience with BCBS PPO in Florida? If so, how does one even begin?

Well, I read my policy and called the company. WLS is NOT excluded! Woo hoo!!! First hurdle crossed. Now I want to do everything as right as possible from the beginning. What is the first step?

Hello everyone, I just found this place today. I am desperately seeking some solutions to my weight problem. I've tried everything and recently heard about the lap-band. I mentioned it to my doctor and she had never heard of it. I don't know where to start. I need information on doctors who are EXPERIENCED in Florida. She said she would like for me to look into doctors at Shands in Gainesville. Her brother is a doctor there. I live about 3 hours from there, so it wouldn't be too far to travel. My insurance is BC/BS PPO. Anyone have experience in getting approval from them? I have no money of my own to pay for this, so it seems a little overwhelming. Actually the thought of surgery scares me to death, but nothing I try ever works for very long. I can't seem to stick to anything. I welcome any advice or suggestions and look forward to hearing about your experiences. Thanks!

Thank you Victoria. I will check my policy tomorrow when I get to work. Keep your fingers crossed for me! Diane