UPRR Wifey

The way I see it you are. I was told no regular foods until week 9. You should be on soft foods at this time and consuming all your proteins. Don't want to fall back into those same old eating habits.

Wow. That's a lot. I'm covered at 95% after a $150 deductible. The surgery costs $15,500. So I'm looking at around $775

Mine was $182 because I had a $150 deductible

I was told around $87 for my surgeons fee they cover 95%. I have Highmark BCBS through the railroad

I live in Alexandria!

Hey y'all. I'm from Alexandria, La. Scheduled to be sleeved February 21st by Dr. Parrish.

Hey y'all. I'm from Alexandria, Louisiana. Scheduled to be sleeved February 21st by Dr. Parrish.

So did they approve you the first time around or did they ask that you complete more visits before you were approved? How long did it take for you to get your approval. I am so anxious, been going back and forth about this for 5 years. Any info you can give would be helpful!

Congrats to you!

No NASID's they could cause stomach ulcers

I started my 6 month diet for Highmark BCBS in July with my PCP. I went July, August, September, December, and January. February should be my last appointment and i have been tentatively scheduled for surgery the last of February. I missed my visits in October and November. I am wondering Will I be denied for missing these appointments or will 6 consultations count. The nurse said as long as they had 6 weigh ins I would be fine. Does anyone else have any info on this?

How did it work out for you?

Curious to know whether or not you were approved with missing a visit with Highmark BCBS. I have five visits but I missed two in between. I have a BMI of 55 and am trying to get the sleeve.

Thanks so much

Can you please tell me about your experience with Highmark? I am supposed to submit my paperwork early next month.