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Do bcbs really make you do the 6 month wait/programs if you have H.M. O instead of ppo? I thought the 6 month proof was changed.

I'm not sure. My cousin had lap band who is also with bcbsil and she didnt have to go through much. She also didnt have major health issues, just over 40 with the bmi. She was approved within 2 weeks after they sent her info to the insurance company. Similar with a friend of the family. She was approved pretty fast.

Ok and nope not yet. I will ask the doctor when i go back to the clinic to make an appt for the test.

Yes I have a history of high blood pressure and my dad side of the fam has a history for bad hearts and weight problems. My bmi is also over 40. I am not sure what my previous doctor sent them to look at because I thought they would of,approved me. I have to change doctors at the same clinic so I will see what this one has to say as well. Also thank you. Your infomation is very helpful.

I was denied earlier this year by bcbsil. I can not remember the exact reason but I believe it was because I had no major health issues, besides my weight. But I have had some bothering issues since then and also want to try again. I was wondering if anyone went through this (being denied) and got approved the 2nd or 3rd time around, if so what did you do? I havent applied/signed up yet. Attending seminar on the 24th. (bcbs members would be awesome to reply back but anyone else is more than welcomed if had similar problem)