short&chunky 0 Posted February 25, 2008 The Dr's office submitted my paper work today to UHC. My insurance covers this surgery if I meet their criteria. My BMI is 39.8 weight 197 and am 4"11. I have high blood pressure and sleep ap. Do you think I'm a good candidate for the insurance to pay. I'm really excited. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sahmof3 0 Posted February 26, 2008 I would say YES! I have UHC with a BMI over 40 and no co-morbidities and they are covering it. I was told also with a BMI between 35-39 and one co-morbidity they would cover it. Good Luck and don't give up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
🅺🅸🅼🅼🅸🅴🅺 296 Posted February 26, 2008 I think you have a great chance :biggrin: Don't take offense to my next statement...but you're lucky for being short! My best friend is about 5" and she lost 30lbs so far and it looks like she's lost 60! Good luck to you!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
short&chunky 0 Posted February 27, 2008 Thank you both for the encouragement.... I will keep my fingers crossed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris61 0 Posted March 4, 2008 I would think you would be covered if you have everything in the file when they sent it in. You should know somthing within 30 days. We were approved in less than 30 days. Chris Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dropping110 0 Posted March 10, 2008 I have UNC and I got approved, but there was a lot of hoops I had to go through because of my Employer. I had to have 6 months of weigh ins from a Dr. and I had to get a Psych evaluation then I had to meet with the surgeon and get his approval. After that my UMH paid out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanetBP 16 Posted March 12, 2008 hi there! i am also scheduled to be banded on march 20! i'm so excited i can barely stand it. :-) janet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites