PPO Insurance Process

AliNSanDiego · May 16, 2008

Hello Everyone

I just made the decision yesterday to go for the band! I am very excited and I DON'T want to wait! :thumbup:

My question is...

Since I have PPO insurance (UHC Choice Plus) I am able to avoid the 6 months of nutrition classes, etc...

What is the typical time frame between the first consult and the actual procedure? I know every doctor and situation is diff...Just looking for general time frames.

Edited to add: My initial consult is May 23rd in San Diego, CA (http://www.lajollasurgical.com/)

I will attend the seminar on June 3rd.

newimage · May 16, 2008

I also have UHC Choice plus and from the time my Dr submitted my paperwork, had all the tests done... it took a bout a month.

Good Luck on your lapband journey!

Maryiam · May 16, 2008

I found it was easier to go through the nurse at United Healthcare. Dial 1-866-534-7209. I asked the doctors office to forward everything to the nurse, not the insurance company. The nurse spoke to the director after receiving everything and had me approved in 3 days.

It took me longer to get all my pre req. done and then schedule my surgery than it did to get approved.

One thing that Jill did tell me was that because my BMI is over 40 i was automatically approved. I also have a PPO and it didn't seem to make a difference.

Let me know how you do.

Mary

Edited May 16, 2008 by Maryiam

KristyLynn · May 17, 2008

very very cool. i have principle, ppo and i was wondering also, how long. so that's awesome to hear :thumbup:. being that my BMI is so high, i assume it would be a factor. thanks!