Waiting Game

[jlh76 3]

I am waiting approval from insurance. I have United Healthcare. Anyone have Amy idea as to how long the process takes?

[DebbieG 262]

My surgeons office in RI just sent over all the paperwork yesterday to the Insurance company. The waiting is killing me. They said United Health Care usually takes about a week or less. Good luck! I'm crossing my fingers as well!

[jlh76 3]

I called the surgeons office today and it turns out that they were waiting for my thyroid blood work. I took care of that 2 weeks ago. Got it all straightened out though today and she said she will submit to Insurance today. She said it will be 7-10 days to get approval. One of my docs said that UHC is easy to work with and that it usually takes a week. I guess I have waited 6 months another week to 10 days won't kill me. Just very anxious.

[DebbieG 262]

I called UHC today just to make sure they received. All set, they received yesterday and its in review! Omg...I can't wait. It's killing me. This is the worst part. Waiting for the approval.

[DebbieG 262]

BTW, good luck on your approval as well. Keep me posted.

[Guest Joe Tornielli]

Amy is a great resource! I contacted her many many times. Just had my surgery on the 26th.

[ElleG 394]

Keep us posted guys!!! Fingers crossed!

[DebbieG 262]

Keep us posted guys!!! Fingers crossed!

I just got my approval this afternoon! Yaaay! )

[Jenn B. 4]

Hello I just started my weight loss journey and I have UHC Choice Plus thru my husbands employer Saia. I talked to the insurance rep and so did the bariatric nurse and YES they do cover the surgery. I have my consultation on August 11th, but hoping for sooner depending on cancellations. I meet the criteria as far as my BMI goes, but I am a little confused regarding the diet plan. Do I have to show 5 years of weight history or do I have to do the 6 months of doctor monitored diet and exercise. Seems like that is a common questions among everyone. I automatically have to do a 3 month program thru my surgeon, but not sure about the rest. When I asked the insurance rep if there was any additional requirements she said no, but when I look on UHC's sight it says 5 years weight history and 6 months doctor monitored diet plan. So IDK what is what???

[jtickle 295]

I have UHC Choice Plus. It took just over a week for approval.

[Jenn B. 4]

Did you have to do the six month diet plan

[jtickle 295]

I didn't have a 6 month diet or a psych evaluation requirement.

[Jenn B. 4]

That's sweet. Mine does talk about the 6 months but dosnt say consecutive months so I'm hoping my trips to Ky every other month will work.

[Jenn B. 4]

I'm so excited y'all. My initial consultation wasn't until the 11th of August but the doctors office called and had a cancellation for tomorrow morning....YEA! Getting the opportunity to start this process 3 weeks early. Excited to speak with Dr. Custer and hear his thoughts and opinions . I will also talk to the insurance person to find out what exactly my insurance requirements are. Keep your fingers crossed for me.

[Jenn B. 4]

So I had my first consultation wit Dr. Custer and his team. They were all so nice and very informative, I also had my first nutrition appointment. I go on the 21st of this month to have my psych evaluation, dietitian appointment, and see the exercise specialist. next nutrition appointment is on the 19th of this month. I see the Baritition on the 16th of September and then my last nutrition appointment is on the 30th of September. Once I have all these appointments completed then Pam will submit for insurance approval. OMG - I am so excited, I can't hardly stand myself. I have wanted this surgery for about 7 years and now it is right in front of me. I received the approval in the mail on Saturday for my psych evaluation - so that is a move in the right directions. I am hoping for surgery by the end of the year but time will tell depending on what the insurance reviewer says. Wish me luck all, and please keep me informed about yourself and your surgery.