Hi everybody! This is my first post. I've got about 125 lbs to loose and I am so ready to start this journey. I am awaiting approval from my insurance company. Last week I completed my psychological assessment, which is the last thing BCBS said they needed. Not sure how long the approval process takes, but I am ready to go tomorow if I could! I know all insurance companies are different, but does anyone have any experience with Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey?

I am in NY and have excellus BCBS. I was told that it could take 4-6 weeks to approve. I was approved in 6 days and had surgery 12 days later!

Thanks so much for your reply, Dar! I live in S. Georgia, but work for a very large corp and our BCBS carrier is in NJ. So far, they have been so helpful and my Dr. is wonderful. I have had so much support from friends, family and my health care providers. I absolutely cannot wait! I just want to be able to do normal things again. I have a list of about 100 things that I started many weeks ago - some seem silly, but they are all important to me. I would love to hear your story. Can I find this on your profile? I'm brand new to the site, so please forgive me if I seem to ask silly questions.