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Hi everyone this is my first post but I have been reading everyone's information and feel like I know some of you:biggrin2:. Anyway, I started this process a month ago (May 21 I think) and had my papers submitted to insurance on Thursday (June 26) and OMG I just received my call from the insurance (Anthem BC/BS) and the doctors back to back. I am soooo stoked, I can't believe how fast it was. I was thinking at least six months or so. Just wanted to let everyone know the good news..............Appt. with Doc on the 17th to set a surgery date.......:)

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Thats awesome congratulations :)

I had BCBS and received approval within 24 hours. They are great.

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Congratulations!!! I am so happy for you and am hoping I have as much luck once my surgeon submits the paperwork. I see her July 23 and am hoping to have my surgery sometime in Aug.

Cindy

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I have Anthem BCBS too. Will submit to them Tuesday after my PCP appointment. I am in Ohio and have it through my husband work (GM). Where do you live?

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I have Anthem BCBS too. Will submit to them Tuesday after my PCP appointment. I am in Ohio and have it through my husband work (GM). Where do you live?

Hi I live in Texas however my insurance is based out of Ohio (Cincy). By any chance do your husband work for The Kroger Co. ?

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No my husband works for GM. Congratulations on your success! I really hope my insurance approves...it will be the only way for me. GOod Luck!

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I gave my papers to the surgeons office on june 23rd and they filled friday the 27th i had an approval on monday the 30th :):( so 2 days for me also.. I am so happy it was such a long 7 months.. Surgery is july 16th woohooo

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