cmbd 17 Posted July 7, 2012 I've completed my 6 of 6 pcp appointments as well as the psych and nutritionist appointments. My paperwork was submitted to Blue Cross Blue Shield Highmark yesterday. Does anyone know how long it takes to find out if I'm approved? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tracym1107 47 Posted July 7, 2012 I have BCBS of IL....it took 2 days for my approval but I called them. I've worked for insurance companies for over 15 years so I know you gotta stay on top of it. Good luck! 1 S(he) be(lie)ve(d) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmbd 17 Posted July 7, 2012 Thanks. If I haven't heard by Tuesday, I'll call them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bellepink77 44 Posted July 7, 2012 I have BCBS of IL too and it was around a week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kellyk2511 282 Posted July 7, 2012 I have BCBS Highmark as well. I have my first appt August 3 so Im not sure how that goes. Have you run into any issues with Highmark? What all did they require? You did have to do the 6 months of diets with the Dr? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmbd 17 Posted July 7, 2012 My requirements were: 6 consecutive pcp visits, nutritionist appt, and psych evaluation. I've not had any issues so far. I'm hoping and praying it gets approved quickly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kellyk2511 282 Posted July 7, 2012 My requirements were: 6 consecutive pcp visits' date=' nutritionist appt, and psych evaluation. I've not had any issues so far. I'm hoping and praying it gets approved quickly.[/quote'] What are the pcp visits? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmbd 17 Posted July 7, 2012 Visits with my primary care physician (family doctor) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kellyk2511 282 Posted July 7, 2012 Oh ok thank you. Were they each a month apart? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenneliza 257 Posted July 8, 2012 I have Highmark and found out in about 12 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmbd 17 Posted July 8, 2012 Goodness! I hope I don't have to wait that long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texas89 8 Posted September 12, 2012 I was approved in 2 days...But for the sleeve.. my bmi was 47...My surgery is this friday sept 14th at 5am...oohhh yyeeaahh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kisersassy 369 Posted September 12, 2012 I have BCBS Highmark through hubbies work here in WV. I still have this month and October for my 6 month visits. Then surgeon will submit to insurance. I was told can take 2 days at the earliest and just depends on who gets your case Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Lou 42 Posted September 12, 2012 around 3 days for my approval with bcbs highmark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites