Raymia 565 Posted January 16, 2017 Mannnn I'm trying not to think about it to much but every time my phone rings I get excited then nothing.... Everything was submitted 1/11 so I know I got a week or two, but I want my date now I'm a planner and I don't like last minute things. I guess I'll keep prepping so no matter what I'm ready ???? but still what was the turn around for other NJ BCBS members if any??? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HurricaneU 131 Posted January 16, 2017 I was told no more than 2 weeks. Did you have to do the 6mos diet for approval? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wonder WomanNJ 119 Posted January 16, 2017 Mine was approved in less than 2 weeks. I want to say maybe even a week - but don't quote me on that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shon74 119 Posted January 16, 2017 Not sure but I have the same, hope everything goes well, which I'm sure it will. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
strengthin#ers 195 Posted January 16, 2017 I was told no more than 2 weeks. Did you have to do the 6mos diet for approval? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Hello, who decides that? And how do you know? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HurricaneU 131 Posted January 16, 2017 I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App I was told no more than 2 weeks. Did you have to do the 6mos diet for approval? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Hello, who decides that? And how do you know? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
strengthin#ers 195 Posted January 16, 2017 I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App I was told no more than 2 weeks. Did you have to do the 6mos diet for approval? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Hello, who decides that? And how do you know? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Thanks alot. I got a letter stating hospital date, but haven't set a date. What does that mean? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raymia 565 Posted January 17, 2017 Mine was approved in less than 2 weeks. I want to say maybe even a week - but don't quote me on that.Thank you Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Not sure but I have the same, hope everything goes well, which I'm sure it will. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I have a fee friends with the same Surgeon so I'm in great hands I'm just ready to get it done???? : ) Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raymia 565 Posted January 17, 2017 I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App I was told no more than 2 weeks. Did you have to do the 6mos diet for approval? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Hello, who decides that? And how do you know? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App I have BCBS Anthem which they require a 6 mos diet. Im doing the diet with the nutrionist at my surgeon's office. So each month we meet and do weigh ins, blood pressure check, etc. I have 2 more appt to go. The nurse there said she and the surgeon usually have the paperwork completed in a few days and typically here back from the insurance company within 2 weeks. She said they have so many days to respond but I can't remember what she said. This was first discussed at my first appointment so if you already submitted your paperwork than perhaps you do not have to do 6mos diet Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Nope no diet here my surgeon just don't want you to gain weight and once you complete the classes which I only had to do 3, and you labs, Ekg and egd. Your good to go it's really up to you and your schedule. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jules71 2 Posted January 18, 2017 Hi Raymia just wondering what doc/hospital u r having surgery with? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites