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Lap band has been something I've been looking into for some time. I spoke with my bariatric doctor today who said getting approved wouldn't be an issue.. My BMI is 38.6 can someone give me a ball park range of how long the process is?

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congrats on making the step towards getting the band! my first appt with my surgeon was on July 20th and my surgery date is oct 1st (next Monday) who is your insurance provider?

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It really depends on what your insurance requires. I asked them to fax me all the info they required myself and my dr to do. I made it into a check list and stayed right on top of it with my Dr office. Do the same...that way NOTHING is missed.

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Sounds great, I really just didn't know how to start this whole process! I am hearing it is a long one and I only have another year on my parents insurance, that is with Aetna

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I know even within different insurance companies depending on the specific plan they can have different requirements. It's really very hard to generalize on this. i say just go to an office who has their act together on the process. I've been really frustrated at times because it seems like so much to do, but I was approved on the first try and I know it's because the office I have gone through has their act together on the requirements and how to get things done. Blue Point Surgical Group.

I learn something after every appointment. No matter how frustrating it gets, if you know this is for you, don't give up. Just keep moving forward.

Best wishes! :D

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