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It took my insurance Aetna, about 10 days to approve mine. I had the surgery Thursday which was the quickest I could get it done. From start to finish, my first appt in February, 3 months diet, didn't lose two months enough, which stretched out my surgery for another 1.5 months. The place I went through you don't have to meet the dr, unless you want to, but I was afraid he would make me lose more weight because I really didn't lose much at all before surgery and I even gained some months.

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I just submitted my papers on Friday 8/15. United healthcare said 15 business days... I'm hoping sooner!! I'm gonna be crossing down the days on my calendar lol. Good luck with getting ur approval! Hopefully this week!!

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That's awesome!! Congratulations!!

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Oh my goodness, I remember the feeling! Its such a wonderful feeling when you realize that its actually going to happen! So happy for you!

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Thanks so much I waited a year for this and in 2 weeks or so I'll be on the other side . I'm going Monday to see the surgeon the last time I see them I was 13 lbs heavier so I'm hoping he will set it sooner, wishful thinking ,, lol

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Your welcome,you never know. Either way, will be here before you know it!

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