Nut visits

[sammi123 116]

I have UHC and like most have to have 6 visits with my Dr, a nutritionist, etc. UHC stated i was allowed to go back 2 yrs prior as long as the visits were consecutive. I went to a weight loss clinic last year and my personal Dr will sign off on the months of Dec, Jan and April cause that is when I have seen her. My question is has anyone else done it this way or do you start your 6 months at the beginning of your plans to have surgery? I just want to make sure I do it right.

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[Creekimp13 5,841]

My insurance is EXTREMELY rigid about this rule. The six months need to be consecutive and leading up to weight loss surgery. We also can't have more than 45 days between appointments, scheduling be damned.

My insurance would not accept the gap you have in February and March.

Get absolute clarification of the rules from your insurance company. Get it in writing if possible. You don't want surprises later. I had a friend who did six months in a row....but had a 47 day gap due to a doctor's vacation...and she got denied. They were able to appeal it successfully because the doctor went to bat for her since it was his vacation and not her willingness than caused the gap.

Be careful of these details and be certain you're crossing the T's and dotting the I's.

Best wishes!

[sammi123 116]

Thank you. May I ask what insurance you Have? I will for sure call")