Cigna coverage ????

[Von82b 0]

I'm glad that cigna now covers vsg. Anyone know if cigna is pretty good about approving people in a timely manner?

[Cancel 1]

The people I have seen with Cigna for other WLS appear to be approved quickly once they have their 6 month documented diet history.

[Von82b 0]

Good to know. Thanks

[CIGNAQuestions 0]

Once all the information is submitted, it generally take 48-72 hours to have a precertification reviewed. If you have more detailed questions please feel free to email them to SCR_isolve@cigna.com.

[Koolkatva 0]

Von82B, I am in the same boat. I have completed everything and today they submitted my file to Cigna for approval. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the approval comes quickly. I am excited to get a sugery date. Have you gotten your date yet? How long did it take for you to get your approval?

[Von82b 0]

Well I just found out that Cigna can take 20 - 30 days to approve WLS. So since I've waited this long to have wls I guess another month won't hurt. Good luck to everyone.

[Koolkatva 0]

Von, I called 4 days after my paperwork was submitted and was told that the hospital stay has been approved, but there was no approval for the surgery....yet. The surgeon's office said I would know in 2-3 weeks. I wish you luck. Hang in there, I know waiting is the hardest part!!