UHC....approved!

bluekygirl · February 20, 2008

Actually, this IS the new insurance. The last insurance covered the surgery, but became too expensive for my husband's company to keep. I guess that's what I get for waiting. Also, my husband may be getting a new job and I've even looked into the insurance plan at that place - again, no coverage. A direct exclusion. Looks like every path leads to me paying out of pocket. Although my husband is having a cow about the cost, I don't really see it like that. If it means a better future, then it's all worth it. I'd love to get healthier and lose a bunch of weight before my daughter realizes her mommy is FAT.

Ellisa · February 20, 2008

Sorry to hear about the insurance. But if you can self pay, absolutely go for it.

LosingIt08 · February 22, 2008

I have been waiting lots longer than a few days with UHC. My surgery is scheduled already and I know they were questioning my wight history.

I called and it wasnt in the computer yet so the person I spoke to said not to worry just yet.

ANyone have this experience?

Also how do you get the case manager on the phone???

NYGMEN · February 22, 2008

I never had to get them on the phone but I didn't get my approval till 2 days before. Have you doctors office keep calling but i wouldn't worry yet. My doctors office told me that UHC waits till the last minute...

mom007 · February 22, 2008

Actually, I just went through this. The direct number for their Care Coordination Department is 866-365-3701. (not sure if you have that number) And I had been calling every day finally, I got someone who actually helped me. She told me that after the "review" had been in their system for 10 days she could "accelerate" the process so I would have an answer in 24-48 hours. That was done for me Tuesday afternoon and first thing yesterday morning (thursday) I found out I was approved!

Hope this helps!

Good Luck!