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[kisersassy 369]

Lou so after the 3 days did they schedule your surgery date or before?

[Big Lou 42]

I was approved after 3 days and I actually waited a month to lose more weight . I had two consults with my surgeon and then his coordinator set my date

[kisersassy 369]

I am just trying to get my head around all this and what to expect. I saw the surgeon I'm July and he said after my psych evaluation on October 3rd they would hurry and get things done. I saw the nurse practioner last month and at that appointment they went ahead and scheduled for me to see the surgeon on October 23 for final appointment. I will see the NP again September 24. So I was just curious how things work

[Big Lou 42]

It's alot of visits to different folks ! Every one has been great so far ! Best of luck

[katiethone64 26]

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!

That's great to know! I have bcbs il and my info, was submitted Thursday. Gonna call them tomorrow and follow up.

[NatalieO 19]

That's great to know! I have bcbs il and my info' date=' was submitted Thursday. Gonna call them tomorrow and follow up.[/quote']

I have BCBS too. The approval request letter was sent on 9/10 and on 9/14 I received a call from the bariatric center that the surgery was approved. I was amazed! And happy! I hope everyone's insurance approval goes smoothly!!

[kisersassy 369]

Ok I have a stupid question. Ok so bcbs requirements are6 months right? So they counted April as my first appointment so April may June July August September makes 6 months right? Makes 6 weigh ins. Right?

[kisersassy 369]

I am just really praying that I am misunderstanding and mu surgery will be in October after my psych evaluation on the 3rd which is done at the weight loss center and they are doing it as an all day appointment instead of 2 or 3 appointments

[jeffboutwell77 20]

My authorization came in a week, I have anthem blue cross blue shield, the surgeons office was amazed it came so fast... I called for a pre-authorization at the beginning of the process... I wish you the same success...

[kisersassy 369]

Thanks its just confusing when I see some having surgery dates and have to do the 6 month diet and started after me and so I was wondering if I was just missing something LOL

[katiethone64 26]

Ok I have a stupid question. Ok so bcbs requirements are6 months right? So they counted April as my first appointment so April may June July August September makes 6 months right? Makes 6 weigh ins. Right?

It depends on your policy. Mine did not require any pre op diet. Info was sent in last thurs, called today and they said they were missing the psych Eval and letter from the surgeon stating that I was educated on post op procedures, so I had to call my surgeon again today and have them resubmit that info. Hoping it goes quickly now...

[sunshine413 343]

I too have Blue Cross...they told me today they needed old medical records...btw, I sent them to my surgeon's office. The customer service rep was super nice...she said she had bariatric surgery in February and reassured me that bcbs is quick to approve surgery bc they understand it's better in the long run! Fingers still crossed!!!

[kisersassy 369]

Bcbs should know everything about me LOL. I have had them (though.different subsidiaries) since 2008. They know me better then I know me lol

[Jordan Bee 13]

Ok I have a stupid question. Ok so bcbs requirements are6 months right? So they counted April as my first appointment so April may June July August September makes 6 months right? Makes 6 weigh ins. Right?

It depends what kind of BCBS you have. I have BCBS federal and they only had a 3 month requirement. The also required records from the past 2 years stating my weight and weight related issues such as infertility and sleep apnea. They also required a psych eval and nutritionist counseling. Everything is done and just awaiting the recommendation letter from the PCP and then we submit. Hopefully this week!!

[Kenisha 0]

I missed my 4 month because I was sick will I have to start my 6 consecutive months over?