BCBS Federal approval ( live in RI )

[newme_xo 7]

Hi,

I am new to vst and also just started the process to get the vsg i want to know the requirements and steps to get approved for the surgery i have federal bcbs i live in Ri I will be having my surgery at the roger Williams hospital. I want this process to go as quickly as possible any suggestions or advice?

Thanks,

[Glitterbug 16]

I have the same bcbs Texas Federal, It took me 7 months for get Approved. Had to see a weight trainer three months and nutritionist for three months, And a psychiatrist. Before insurance would pay.

[newme_xo 7]

I have the same bcbs Texas Federal' date=' It took me 7 months for get Approved. Had to see a weight trainer three months and nutritionist for three months, And a psychiatrist. Before insurance would pay.[/quote']

Really ?! i was told i only had to see a nutritionist for only 3 months that is the part i am most confused about it seems that everyones requirements for the nutritionists is different. I thought the process would be a lil faster

[notime 340]

Get the information directly from the best source. Call BCBS Federal and have the representative tell you exactly what is required for the surgery. Ask specifically which section of your benefits plan covers the sleeve. Open up your benefits document online. Print the applicable section and read it to make sure it is as the representative said.

[Glitterbug 16]

Really ?! i was told i only had to see a nutritionist for only 3 months that is the part i am most confused about it seems that everyones requirements for the nutritionists is different. I thought the process would be a lil faster

Girl I did too it was a long seven months. Had my July 2 I'm six weeks out and have already lost 50 pounds feeling great!!!

[newme_xo 7]

Get the information directly from the best source. Call BCBS Federal and have the representative tell you exactly what is required for the surgery. Ask specifically which section of your benefits plan covers the sleeve. Open up your benefits document online. Print the applicable section and read it to make sure it is as the representative said.

Thanks will do!

[newme_xo 7]

Girl I did too it was a long seven months. Had my July 2 I'm six weeks out and have already lost 50 pounds feeling great!!!

Omg thats amazing! I keep having second thoughts but this just gave me motivation!

[Glitterbug 16]

Omg thats amazing! I keep having second thoughts but this just gave me motivation!

I had second thoughts as well, go for it!!! It worth it. Lol if you have any question please ask!! I have no trouble at all.

[newme_xo 7]

I had second thoughts as well' date=' go for it!!! It worth it. Lol if you have any question please ask!! I have no trouble at all. <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />[/quote']

Thanks, are only having liquids? What Protein shakes are you taking

[Glitterbug 16]

Thanks' date=' are only having liquids? What Protein shakes are you taking[/quote']

Atkins Protein Shakes and Herb life.