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Anyone With Federal Bcbs??

How long did it take them to approve once everything was submitted?? I'm anxiously waiting!!!

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How long did it take them to approve once everything was submitted?? I'm anxiously waiting!!!

It only took 2 days for approval

It took 7 business days for my approval

I think mine was 2 days, gl!

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It took them 7 days and I was approved! So excited!!

  • 4 weeks later...

True Results submitted 8/23; it was approved Today 8/27! Doin the happy dance...

what is federal BcBs

what is federal BcBs

Stands for Federal Blue Cross Blue Sield-Texas

  • 4 weeks later...

I have Federal BCBS and I live overseas. I called today and was told that I didn't need prior approval BECAUSE I live in Europe. I asked the rep..."are you sure? I don't want a $20K bill coming to me!" She showed me in the Benefit summary where it states that precertification does not apply when living overseas. I'm thankful she didn't get annoyed because I asked her 3 times to be sure.

I'm calling the surgeon tomorrow to get the ball rolling! Thank you GOD! :rolleyes: I'm ready for this new season of my life..my new lifestyle.

I have FED BCBS and was just approved the other day. it only took 2 days from the date doctor submitted. Surgery is Oct 24.

I have FED BCBS and was just approved the other day. it only took 2 days from the date doctor submitted. Surgery is Oct 24.

Congratulations!! I'm looking to get banded in December. I got too much going on and that's the best time for me to take leave. I'll be praying for your success.

  • 3 weeks later...

So...first CSR I spoke with LIED...I do have to go through the pre approval process even though I'm in an overseas location! So now I have to find an English speaking nutritionist (had found one but she wants me to do Herbal Life instead...go figure) ANSI have to find a psychologist.

But a delay is NOT a denial!!! I will have lap band surgery. I will change my life. I will NOT be discouraged but encouraged.

Ok...had to get that out. Now back to the drawing board to have my life-changing surgery!

Keep me in your prayers please. I want to be a success story too.

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