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Insurance approved me. Only have to pay my deductible! Consultation is Jan 3rd. So nervous and excited! I called my ins co and she said VA doesnt require 6 months of classes. I am hoping that is true. Any others in Northen VA?

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Lucky you! That would be great if you didn't have to do classes. I have to do 3 months and they are dragging out! Feels like it is taking forever.

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I had started on the 6 months for my insurance then my insurance changed and so did my requirements. I will have my last weigh in with the Dr. Feb 2. I hope to be scheduled before the 1st of March. That is my plan. As for the cost, I have co pays, no deductable, I have to pay for all medications given while having the procedure and the anethesiaologist. Sorry for the spelling.

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I did 6 months of class for weight management. I done with everything. I only have my medical clearance appt and that's it on Jan 6. My surgery is on Jan 30th. I will find out if approved once they turn in everything to the insurance company after my Jan 6 th appt. It's been a 5 month process thus far since my 1st appt in August but it went by so quick . To think my surgery is in 39 days . I know I will be approved b/c of my BMI and my co - morbities- high blood pressure, beginning level of diabetes and minor heart disease.

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I am in Texas, BCBS Federal,

What state and insurance do u have?


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Ok thanks for the info

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Hey! I'm in NoVA with FepBlue too. Did you have surgery? Are you using Inova? I'm supposed to have my information submitted to BCBS Fed on 28 February. Needless to say, I've been anxious about getting everything approved since my first appointment back in November.

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