SuperNewbie....how long is the wait going to be approx?

[gina171 626]

Hi there, I am a super newbie here, going to my first info session at UNC on Tuesday. Have been thinking and reading about this for years, now feel very ready.

Checked w my insurer, UnitedHealthcare, and my plan covers the surgery at 90%, which is great. But I am wondering how long is the typical wait between first contact and surgery? Does United Healthcare make patients do a 6-month diet and wait before surgery? My BMI is 48, so even that won't get me below 40.

Also, I have been doing weight watchers online (fee-based), and have all my food logs and weigh in logs....would that suffice?

I am 48 years old and I am sorry I waited this long, I just want to move forward with a healthier life.

Thanks!

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[Daisee68 2,493]

It can really vary depending on insurance and I don't know the UHC requirements but it is roughly generally 3 to 6 months

[kmorri 1,689]

Only your insurance company can answer that question, because it depends on the plan you have. Insurance companies have many different plans so even though someone else with UHC may have had a 6 month supervised diet requirement does mean your plan will have that same requirement. Call your insurance company and ask for the medical policy for WLS that pertains to your specific plan. Good luck to you!!!