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shortyp79    58

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I'm sure it's just nerves, and i was told with BCBS it takes longer than most other insurance companies, but I'm going nucking futs. Had my initial dr appt in Dec, nut appt Jan 10th, and psych eval Jan 16th.... trying to wait patiently.... i estimated the max of 6 wks being Feb 27th.... 4 wks being Feb 13th. I called BCBS yesterday, and they said my status is still pending.... anybody in this boat with me?

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strengthin#ers    195

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Mine only took a week. I have BCBS La. That was only because Martin Luther kings bday was that Monday and they was closed. I received a letter in the mail actually from BCBS

Stating I was approved, before anyone called and told me anything. I didn't have to meet any requirements, so I'm all set up. Waiting is the hardest, just keep praying and if it's Gods Will. You got this!!!

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tataworld605    30

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I am still waiting for approval, I have atena. Had last weigh in and psych appointment on January 11, it took her until the 24th to submit report I got a call that they submitted to the insurance company on the 25. I called the insurance company yesterday to be told it's still pending. So I'm just waiting

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shortyp79    58

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Mine only took a week. I have BCBS La. That was only because Martin Luther kings bday was that Monday and they was closed. I received a letter in the mail actually from BCBS

Stating I was approved, before anyone called and told me anything. I didn't have to meet any requirements, so I'm all set up. Waiting is the hardest, just keep praying and if it's Gods Will. You got this!!!

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Wow, strengthin#ers, that's amazing!! I have BCBS IL.. hoping i get an answer soon!

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strengthin#ers    195

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Mine only took a week. I have BCBS La. That was only because Martin Luther kings bday was that Monday and they was closed. I received a letter in the mail actually from BCBS

Stating I was approved, before anyone called and told me anything. I didn't have to meet any requirements, so I'm all set up. Waiting is the hardest, just keep praying and if it's Gods Will. You got this!!!

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Wow, strengthin#ers, that's amazing!! I have BCBS IL.. hoping i get an answer soon!

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You will, hope it comes soon for you. Keep in touch

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shortyp79    58

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Mine only took a week. I have BCBS La. That was only because Martin Luther kings bday was that Monday and they was closed. I received a letter in the mail actually from BCBS

Stating I was approved, before anyone called and told me anything. I didn't have to meet any requirements, so I'm all set up. Waiting is the hardest, just keep praying and if it's Gods Will. You got this!!!

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Wow, strengthin#ers, that's amazing!! I have BCBS IL.. hoping i get an answer soon!

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You will, hope it comes soon for you. Keep in touch

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Will do!!!

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WaitingontheNewMe    70

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I am still waiting for approval, I have atena. Had last weigh in and psych appointment on January 11, it took her until the 24th to submit report I got a call that they submitted to the insurance company on the 25. I called the insurance company yesterday to be told it's still pending. So I'm just waiting

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I have Aetna too and it took about a week after they received everything. I was informed that they have 14 days to make a decision. Hopefully you will hear from them soon!

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amf1025    71

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I had my first consult in Dec also. I did my whole check list. Now I found out the my primary didn't fill out my medical forms correctly. I'm so frustrated

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ElysiaDee    55

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I'm waiting for approval, I go through the Veteran Hospital's coverage.

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shortyp79    58

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I am still waiting for approval, I have atena. Had last weigh in and psych appointment on January 11, it took her until the 24th to submit report I got a call that they submitted to the insurance company on the 25. I called the insurance company yesterday to be told it's still pending. So I'm just waiting

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I have Aetna too and it took about a week after they received everything. I was informed that they have 14 days to make a decision. Hopefully you will hear from them soon!
That's what the young lady told me yesterday; 10-15 days for the drs at the insurance company to review the records....

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I had my first consult in Dec also. I did my whole check list. Now I found out the my primary didn't fill out my medical forms correctly. I'm so frustrated

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Omg how annoying!!

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teeshan    19

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Once all of my paperwork and medical records were received and stress test and venous study done, it took about a week or so to get approved. I have BCBS of AL. I didn't have to have a psych evaluation but I do have a nutrition class coming up on the 8th and my surgery is on the 16th. I have to do a pre-op diet from Feb. 9th through 14th and the all day liquid diet on the 15. Keep calling and inquiring about it. Maybe you'll irk them enough to go ahead and do what needs to be done to get you approved. Good luck to you!

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SarahSleeve    170

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My doc should be submitting after my appt next week. I've been doing this since last May, so I'm very ready to move on and get past the surgery!

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shortyp79    58

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Once all of my paperwork and medical records were received and stress test and venous study done, it took about a week or so to get approved. I have BCBS of AL. I didn't have to have a psych evaluation but I do have a nutrition class coming up on the 8th and my surgery is on the 16th. I have to do a pre-op diet from Feb. 9th through 14th and the all day liquid diet on the 15. Keep calling and inquiring about it. Maybe you'll irk them enough to go ahead and do what needs to be done to get you approved. Good luck to you!

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True, teeshan!!!

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