Quick Approval

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Any insurance companies quick to approve procedure?

[favoredone 590]

I have BCBS-IL... after my 6 month weight loss program.. took 2 days for approval..

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Why do they do a 6 month program? And does that program affect their decision ?

[jailynn 49]

I had BC/BS at the time of my surgery...from seminar to surgery was 45 days.

[favoredone 590]

They actually dropped the 6 month requirement last month I believe.. Basically, it was their proof that you've exhausted all "traditional" methods of losing and maintaining weight loss.

I believe now, all you need is a letter of medical necessity, a few consults and a nutritionist visit...

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Anybody live in Texas specifically San Antonio that had the procedure?

[IMSKINNY 160]

Anybody live in Texas specifically San Antonio that had the procedure?

Not in San Antonio, but I know a couple of folks who had procedures in Houston.

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Do you know what insurance they had?

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Do u know what insurance they were approved with.. And if they were former military?

[IMSKINNY 160]

Do you know what insurance they had?

One was self-pay and I'll ask the other and get back to you.

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Damn self pay? Lol she must b well paid

[IMSKINNY 160]

Well, she's a business owner and saved for the procedure. Neither was in the military. The other was a Louisiana state employee, who probably had BCBS.

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Thanks for the info people

[Benjamin Prez 4]

Bcbs said they don't cover it :0(

[mommy794 119]

I have bcbs primary and secondary insurance and both mine coverd it. As long as u jumped thru all the hoop and meetings and dr appts i would appeal !

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