Queenbee34 71 Posted November 13, 2018 Hello Ya'll I am at the end of my 6 month requirement for surgery. My last appt is at the end of this month. I am nervous about everything being submitted for the final approval. How long did it take for the insurance to approve the surgery? I am hoping it is not a long wait bc I am really hoping for a December surgery date. It's been a long 6 months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KatieNthings 5 Posted November 13, 2018 Once I had everything submitted, I had an approval that work week. Congrats on getting to this point, you DID IT! 1 Queenbee34 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessaK 59 Posted November 14, 2018 I went to a bariatric specific hospital so my insurance advocate had it on her calendar to request my records from my PCP the day after my last appointment. She submitted it that day and she called me 2 days later with the approval. From there it took 2 buisiness days to get scheduled. My surgery ways 10 days from scheduling. I’m pretty sure my experience is best case senario. I would just make sure to be your own advocate and follow up and make sure records are getting where they need to go. 1 Queenbee34 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swanton_Bomb 522 Posted November 14, 2018 It took 2 1/2 weeks for me after my last appointment, but I think that is unusual. The surgery coordinator set my mind at ease a bit, she has submitted a bunch of these and she said she never had an issue with a case similar to mine. 1 Queenbee34 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wanda247 908 Posted November 14, 2018 It varies by the different insurance companies, your team etc. Try not to worry to much about it, it will be approved. If it takes longer that doesn't mean that you won't be approved. Like the other poster said, these surgeons have done so many procedures and most of the staff knows exactly what they need to submit to get you approved. BTW: I called my insurance company myself about 4 days after it was submitted by my team and it was approved and the nurse called me later that day to schedule my surgery. You will be fine and congrats 😉 1 Queenbee34 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Queenbee34 71 Posted November 18, 2018 On 11/14/2018 at 1:02 PM, wanda247 said: It varies by the different insurance companies, your team etc. Try not to worry to much about it, it will be approved. If it takes longer that doesn't mean that you won't be approved. Like the other poster said, these surgeons have done so many procedures and most of the staff knows exactly what they need to submit to get you approved. BTW: I called my insurance company myself about 4 days after it was submitted by my team and it was approved and the nurse called me later that day to schedule my surgery. You will be fine and congrats 😉 How did you get the weight measure? thats so cute!! congrats on your weight loss!!! Get it girl!!! 1 Wanda247 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Queenbee34 71 Posted November 18, 2018 On 11/13/2018 at 7:41 PM, JessaK said: I went to a bariatric specific hospital so my insurance advocate had it on her calendar to request my records from my PCP the day after my last appointment. She submitted it that day and she called me 2 days later with the approval. From there it took 2 buisiness days to get scheduled. My surgery ways 10 days from scheduling. I’m pretty sure my experience is best case senario. I would just make sure to be your own advocate and follow up and make sure records are getting where they need to go. I am going thru UC Hospital so they have a whole unit for the Bariatric. I also work for UC as well. So I'm hoping that plays into my favor. Just nervous. Everyone on this site has been more than helpful and insightful. Congrats on your weight loss!!!! 1 JessaK reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Queenbee34 71 Posted November 18, 2018 On 11/13/2018 at 6:28 PM, KatieNthings said: Once I had everything submitted, I had an approval that work week. Congrats on getting to this point, you DID IT! Good luck on your surgery!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Okiny 2 Posted November 19, 2018 I'm on the same boat my last appointment is November 20 and then I forward everything to be submitted to insurance I'm really hoping for December surgery but my surgeons office is very busy and they take along time to process paper work :-( but I can still hope for a December surgery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gabybab 696 Posted November 19, 2018 I too and done with my last nutrition appt on Tuesday. I was told to expect 2 weeks, but I'm going to call then on Friday and bug them. I heard my surgeon is booking put 4-6 weeks. I know the feeling of wanting it now, but looks like early January for me. Best wishes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wanda247 908 Posted November 19, 2018 On 11/18/2018 at 12:13 PM, Queenbee34 said: How did you get the weight measure? thats so cute!! congrats on your weight loss!!! Get it girl!!! You have to use a desk top computer, at the top right click on your name and a drop down will come up and click on My Tickers, you can create one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ycolon 0 Posted November 19, 2018 It all depends on the doctors office tbh. Some have days where they specifically work on patient files and insurance submissions. But, once they have informed you of submission wait about a week and contact your provider. Speaking with them sometimes help. I have affinity and received my approval with in two weeks after submission Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
