Approval for Surgery, but need to extend time.

[hernandez776 56]

Hello all,

I was approved for Gastric Sleeve surgery, but due to issues getting a sleep study done I am almost to the end of my 3 month time frame to have the procedure.

Has anyone ever had approval times extended?

If not what happens when the time comes to an end, do I have to restart the process?

Any help would be awesome.

I am waiting a call back from my insurance coordinator, I'm just curious if anyone else has dealt with this.

Thanks!

[tx_scorpio 17]

I had a similar experience. My approval was good for only 3 months. My surgery was originally scheduled for May 31st, but it got cancelled, due to other issues. I had to see a cardiologist for a couple of months in order to get clearance. My approval was due to expire on August 15th. I was told by the insurance coordinator that she could call Cigna to get an extension if necessary. But, if she can get clearance from the cardiologist she can schedule my surgery before the approval expires. Got a call on August 9th stating that I have been cleared and my surgery has been scheduled for September 5th.