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Shellybeans
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Hi, my name is Shelly and I am in the beginning stages of my journey. I have a scheduled surgery date of 10/30/06 and am awaiting approval from Blue Shield of CA. I knew that I wanted the banding done but wasn't real clear on how the fills worked and these forums have helped tremendously. I am very excited to begin this journey and look forward to "banding"with all of you. :nervous
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In order to receive authorization to see a surgeon for lap banding from Blue Shield, I had to provide them with 6 months of documentation that I was participating in a physicians managed weight loss program (Weight Watchers). Authorization was granted and I had my consult visit and was considered a candidate and proceeded with obtaining the various authorizations for testing to determine my eligibility. I am now waiting to hear from the insurance carrier and my surgery has been schedued for October 30. I have Type 2 diabetes, hi cholesterol, hi blood pressure and a BMI of 48.9. Obviously these are all co morbities and should qualify. Does anyone have experience with Blue Shield of California and their approval ratio?