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Does anyone know the chance of getting denied for surgery after you have already completed all the necessary steps? I still have three months to go so I'm just wondering what happens after all the weigh-ins, endoscopy, etc. I don't want to be denied at the last minute. Any input would be great!

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Does anyone know the chance of getting denied for surgery after you have already completed all the necessary steps? I still have three months to go so I'm just wondering what happens after all the weigh-ins, endoscopy, etc. I don't want to be denied at the last minute. Any input would be great!

I had asked this question during my processes because I had to see my nutritionist for 7 months based on my insurance. The surgeon is very familiar with me insurance and told me they would not deny me at all as long as I did what I was supposed to. I'd suggest asking your doc, they will def know based on your ins.


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6 hours ago, Jessie_5 said:

Does anyone know the chance of getting denied for surgery

@Jessie_5

sorry, don't know a percentage of people who were denied

Never give up if you are denied

There is an APPEAL process

from the board i've seen on occasion,

some ppl were denied 2 or 3 times before approval:wacko:

persistence , determination, patience is name of game

all adds up to success!!

Buttttt - don't look for trouble

hopefully all will go well

the more health problems the better!!

sounds crazy, but it's true for approval!!

fingers crossed for quick approval:rolleyes:

good luck bud

Kathy

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If you're denied, always appeal. Insurance companies rely on people that don't push back. I was denied in Nov, appealed and was approved.


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I'm praying that I don't get denied....but if I do I'll know what I have to do next!! Thank you guys for all the info!

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