I have bcbsil and I don't have to pay anything at all and I do not have the waiting period. I was approved after a month. Every plan is different. Depends on what your employer sets up.
Well my surgeons' office just emailed me yesterday and let me know they submitted my surgery to the insurance on Friday 10/18/13.
Fingers crossed for a fast and easy approval! I only had 3 months of dr's visits, my psych eval, and 5 years of weight history.
Im still pre-op and wondering who I can tell. Most people are so judgmental when it comes to gastric bypass. You would think they would be more worried about your health. I kind of think that some people feel safe being around the "fat" person in the room. It makes them feel better about themselves. When the "fat" person that they are with a lot is no longer fat they feel it forces people to look at their flaws, insecurities and health issues. I have told my husband and one friend at work of my decision to have surgery. This will probably be my only support group along with you guys on the forum. I would say tell who you feel will support you, but don't lie. If those who you have told don't support you and are negative don't let it get you down. Find support.elsewhere. Hope this helps.
