How Long Before Deciding Can You Actually Get The Surgery?

[Lori Voss Green 93]

One other thing to keep in mind........it is not necessarily the insurance company that does or does not cover it. I work for BCBS of IL. Bariatric surgery being covered is a decision your group (meaning who the insurance is through, like an employer) makes. We have many different groups and some cover the surgery and some don't. So, never assume because someone else has the same insurance company that your coverage will be the same. Always call to verify benefits, what is or isn't covered, what criteria needs to be met, if you have specific doctors and facilities you have to go to, etc.

[KJS1228 5]

Thanks Lori. I did call my group and they confirmed it was convered with a pre-auth with my Doctor, including fills etc.

Jim1967 - I'll be sure to get it all in writing!!