I filled out the paperwork for the lap band surgery on Friday 1/14/2011. I hear it takes about 3 weeks for ODS to contact your doctor with an approval or denial. I have about two weeks to go as of 1/21/2011. I have PCOS and my OB/GYN and endocrinologist are both treating me for my weight problem. I am taking metformin 500 mg 3x's a day to aid in weight loss and preventive measure for diabetes. With these diagnosis combined I am being optimistic that the surgery will be approved.

I will keep the Oregon/Washington residents updated.

Weigh: 250

Height: 5'6

Preauth sent in:1/14/11

OK, it took a total of 6 days for the approval of the preauth with ODS. They are paying 85% for surgery. I will keep updating as I go so others who use this insurance will be able to navigate during his or her journey.

im glad they are doing this for you when i lived there i tried getting surgery through OHP and for over 4 years i was told no eventhough i had so many health problems. Congrats to you and i wish you the best!

ODS insurance is threw Nike, Inc. So maybe OHP didnt want to bear the cost.