Waiting On Insurance For My Lap Band Surgery

[pink dahlia 2,513]

hi, im waiting on insurance. my paperwork was sent in nov 8th. i have bcbs. can anyone tell me how long before they got an answer? im on pins and needles, excited and nervous a little. i have been to 3 support meetings so far, and im loving what im hearing from everybody. everyone of the people at the meetings tell me the same thing, they only wish they had done it sooner. good to know!

[depressed_bandster 72]

I have Anthem BCBS in So Cal....took me 4 days to have approval. Paperwork was sent at closing Monday, had approval on friday, had surgery the next week! I was banded Nov 3, have lost 16 pounds already, and I'm so happy! I suggest you call and bug them, they didn't mind my calls at all and were very nice and helpful every time I called.

[rn2012 6]

my paperwork is being turned in this thursday, so im hoping to hear something by mon or tues

[CharmaneFischer 4]

Mine took a week and a half.

[ElyseRenee 0]

I have BCBS in Southwestern PA. I submitted my paperwork November 7, and am still anxiously awaiting a response!! My doctor's office told me they have 30 days to approve/not approve, but I am hoping it is well before the 30 day mark that I hear back!!

[ElyseRenee 0]

Just got my approval today!! It took 3 weeks, but oh am I happy for good news. Surgery scheduled for next Thursday, Dec 8......super excited!

[ElyseRenee 0]

One day post-op and feeling great! A little sore, but worth it. Can't believe it finally happened and I'm on my way to a new me!