teric0504

I am scheduled for surgery on 8-11-08. I was scheduled in July, but insurance denied me 5 days before surgery. I had already started the week of liquids (that was really hard). Did anyone else have to do 1 full week of liquids before surgery? Do you have any tricks. It was really hard the last time (I did it for 2 days) and I am looking for some help to get me through 7 days starting 8-4 through my surgery date 8-11. Is anyone in South Jersey?

I also have BCBS NJ. I did not get an insurance packet or claim forms for BCBS. The only thing I got from insurance was a packet of denial. I received that after my surgeon already called me to tell me about the denial. I filed an appeal. I received a letter from the insurance company that I am now approved - the denial was reversed. Maybe you should ask your Dr. about the forms.

I am an attorney. I was scheduled for surgery on 7-14-08 and had started liquids. 5 days before my scheduled surgery date the insurance company denied my surgery. I appealed and sent them a letter. I used my letterhead and miraculously in 1 day I was approved. I firmly believe that is why I was approved so quickly. I am now scheduled for 8-11-08. I am however nervous about the surgery (even thought I had to fight for it).