Time till approval?

[Bariatric Barry 0]

I'm sure this gets asked very often...sorry in advance. I happen to have HealthNet *** in california. I'm currently jumping through the hoops of psych eval, nutrition class, etc. in prep for submit to insurance to get sleeved. Curious what the average length of time I should expect to wait before I hear back from them? Do they disapprove often? I'm in dread of getting rejected. Any advice to help sway the insurance jury?

[Shea 13]

My insurance company said they usually take 30 days to approve but it actually took them three days. I dont know what happened I'm just thrilled for the approval.

[GetInMyBelly 80]

3 days for bcbs ca ppo

[Sweetybabs 13]

Wholy Cow....3 days?!? They submitted me last week and we still are pending "Approval"! (Cause I know it is going to be approved..I am faithful)

I too have slight apprehension about the alternative...but my faith is keeping me positive....and I am preparing as if I am already approved!

Faith goes a long ways in my world!

[gunning2005 0]

It took 3 days for them to deny me (BCBS), but also 3 days to approve my appeal submitted a month later.. the letter of approval takes the longest (about 2 weeks).. I would keep calling. Once approved asked for the approval code and let your Dr.'s office know.. sometimes they will proceed with scheduling with that approval code before they get the official letter.

Faith is powerful for sure

Hope you hear your good news soon!!

[GetInMyBelly 80]

Faith worked and so did calling twice a day and extra letters from pcp. ;0)

[Bariatric Barry 0]

Thank you guys for all the info and advice...the "3 day to approve/disapprove" responses give me some hope for at least quick news. I WILL call them frequently as you suggest once my doctor submits. Just did the shrink eval today...pretty sure I fooled him into thinking I'm sane! lol