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Hi Asapp! I also have Independence Blue Cross and I just verified with my insurance company a few weeks ago that they no longer require the 6 month supervised medical diet. They still require previous attempts and the evaluations/tests but I was very happy to hear that!! I have my first appointment this week on Friday with the physician to go over everything so hopefully I will know somewhat soon when I get approved, etc.

Hi everyone! My first post ever. I went to an informational session a month or so ago (required to start) and I have my very first appointment with a doctor to discuss everything on September 8th. I was told by my insurance that they no longer require the six month plan, they just require the written previous diet attempts and the numerous tests. I have Independence BCBS PPO. Does anyone else have that insurance? I am desperately hoping I can go through the program so I can get surgery as soon as possible! Did everyone have to go through a pre-op diet months before surgery? Thanks!

Hi Deeme Nope! The 3-6 months medically supervised diet program prior to the liquid diet.