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I am just starting the process of getting sleeved (I hope if everything goes right) I have my Dr.s appointment the 19th, we'll see what she says. I was curious though does anyone have Blue Cross Blue Shied - Federal? and if so did it cover your surgery? I am just so excited at the thought of finally being able to lose some weight and feel better that I don't know what I'll do if my insurance doesn't cover it....

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I am just starting the process of getting sleeved (I hope if everything goes right) I have my Dr.s appointment the 19th, we'll see what she says. I was curious though does anyone have Blue Cross Blue Shied - Federal? and if so did it cover your surgery? I am just so excited at the thought of finally being able to lose some weight and feel better that I don't know what I'll do if my insurance doesn't cover it....

I have BCBS Maryland and it is covered there. My doctor's nurse says Federal is usually quick with approvals. So I think they do.

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I have BCBS Maryland and it is covered there. My doctor's nurse says Federal is usually quick with approvals. So I think they do.

Thank you, i feel like a kid waiting for Christmas.

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You should call your insurance company to find out for sure. I say that because I have Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and while others in my state with that insurance will have their surgery covered, it is NOT covered with my policy - in fact it is specifically excluded. So, while one person may get it paid for, another may not with the same insurance company.

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I have BCBS of IL and they cover at 95%. I wouldn't be able to do it otherwise. Best advice is to call your insurance and find out if they cover the sleeve. I also asked if they covered the pre op tests which is something I was concerned about. I do have to pay a bit out of pocket but it's doable. Its good to ask what you need to do for approval. My plan requires me to meet with a Nutritionist for 6 months and a psych eval before I can offically submit to insurance. I hope it helpssmile.gif

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