Amurillo04

I did 6 visits in 5 months my first visit counted as 1 month and I was just approved no problem. Your coordinator should be able to let you know what your insurance requirements are though. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I can't say for bcbs Texas because I have bcbs NY and everything is different but generally that is what you need and maybe a 2 or 5 year weight history as well. Also if your so close to 40 bmi I wouldn't recommend gaining the weight as it's counterproductive but wearing heavy cloths and some ankle weights on you because if you don't make it to 40 at least on the first consult and you don't have co morbidity you may be rejected. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It goes by much faster than you think trust me. Good luck on your approval. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Oh man good luck on your approval! I wouldn't be able to wait much longer then I what I've already waited. I got my approval in one day so luckily I didn't have to wait for that too long. Hope yours is fast too. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you:)

You guys were right yesterday bcbs received my paperwork and approved me same day! August 8th is my surgery day.

I'm on for August 8 too

I just got my approval today the same day my insurance got it lmfao August 8th. We'll be recovering together

Thank you! I know its crazy fast, I was expecting a week minimum.

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I was just approved for surgery!!!! My date is August 8!!! 2 days before my birthday! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was just approved Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

They finally submit my paperwork to my insurance. Now I can spam my insurance till I get an approval!

You can call the number on your insurance card and ask them if they received your paperwork yet.

I haven't called my center yet because I feel kind of guilty bothering here. I've just been calling my insurance lol congratsDon't feel guilty - it's their job. Be your own advocate. I called today and was told I was all set. I wouldn't have known if I didn't call. I know, I emailed her this morning at 9 but she didn't answer and they close at 5 so chances are I won't be getting a response till Tuesday if any. It sucks but I'll keep trying. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I haven't called my center yet because I feel kind of guilty bothering here. I've just been calling my insurance lol congrats

Your more patient then me. It's only been two days since she said she got my papers and I'm super annoyed they haven't been submitted yet lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ah your making me jealous! I wish my coordinator would just get it moving already lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I hope your right! Thank you lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have empire bcbs and I assume that it's a good insurance. I feel like my coordinator just hasn't sent it in yet. I try to be patient because it's a pretty busy office but especially with school out I have nothing to distract myself with. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Wow your so lucky to have such a fast approval! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congrats!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you. I thought it was only me lolWhen I started I was like 41 bmi but now I'm at 39. I however was told that the first weight is the one that's counted and my surgeon encouraged me to lose and not gain over my starting weight. I ended up on my last weigh in too be 3 pounds heavy then the weigh in before it but still under my starting weight so I feel your worry lol. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Since you've all submitted your things in I have a question. Did you guys have to do a chest X-ray? I know all insurances are different but it seems like most people have to do one and it wasn't in my check list. I'm hoping my coordinator didn't miss that or something. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It is pretty likely that your surgery will be cancelled since they test you for pregnancy right before the surgery because you will just not be getting enough nourishment to provide for yourself and child. Congratulations on the baby! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My insurance coordinator told me as well that it won't be a problem as long as there isn't a net gain.