Hello all. I'm kinda new here. I'm going through the process of getting together artifacts for what I think I need to be approved by my insurance company (UHC epo plan). I had a psych eval last year but I think I has expired so I'll probably get another one done.. I have some weight history but I don't have 5 years worth, which he insurance requires. Has anyone ever been approved with a spotty weight history with UHC? How do I know if the bariatric center I'm consulting with is even on the list of UHC suggested bariatric surgeons? If you don't have you weight history what can be done to still get approved. How difficult is it to get approved with UHC. I'm a guy so I didn't always go to the doctor until now because I was never sick. I have a BMI over 40, family history of diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, kidney problems ..... The list goes on. Do you think I'll be approved. Any responses will help me out. Thanks.

I have UHC, but I did have the weight history. I found they are pretty easy to get approved for. BUT not sure how they would bend on the 5yrs. I would talk to them regarding you not having the full 5yrs and see what they say. Also if you go to their site (www.myuhc.com) or just call them they will tell you if the surgeon you are looking at is in Network.

I have united Health Care www.myuhc.com is where I went to find a in network surgeon. My surgeon said that they are one of the easiest to get approval from. But we will see my 1st consult is 12/1/10

I have UHC Choice Plus PPO and a 5 year history is required. I do have a 5 year history but my BMI is not over 40 throughout the whole time. (It is for 2 of the years). It doesn't ever dip below 35, though. Do you have to have a BMI over 40 for the entire time?

I too have UHC and did not have the history and they approved me anyways without it. They are really smooth to deal with and I had my approval within two weeks. Good Luck on your journey !

Chuck

I have BCBS insurance and they required a 7 year history-I too was very sparce in seeing my regular doctor. The insurance company accepted and approved me with a history that I provided myself. I had tried WW, exercise programs, Atkins, etc. made up dates and amounts lost and regained. I actually have a copy of the blank form that I filled out if you would like a copy PM me and I will email an attachment for you. Best of luck. PS I was approved less than 1 week after all the paperwork was submitted.