I went in for the consultation on Oct 20th and the doctor's office called me about 2 weeks later saying it was still under review (I BARLELY made the requirement of 35 BMI apparently) but they scheduled my sleep apnea and endoscopy test for Dec 7th. I have talked to the nutritionist, and the psychologist is going to call me tomorrow. Would they be doing all of this if I wasn't going to get approved?

Unfortunately, I think yes. My paperwork hasn't even been submitted to my insurance for approval yet and my surgeon has me meeting with the psychologist and doing the sleep apnea test. They might be getting all those appointments lined up in advance, so if you are approved they can perform the surgery asap.

This of course is just my opinion...best of luck to you!

Some of those test results seem to contribute to your approval or denial, i.e. diagnosing co-morbidities.

For me I had all the tests done before and then it was put through to my insurance, because that's what they use to make a decision. I have UHC.

ah, okay...thanks for all the responses. it makes sense to do the tests before for insurance. crossing my fingers that i'll get approved!

Good luck

thanks!

Let us know how everything turns out

i will...you do the same

I have a surgery date and went through all of that testing and am still waiting on final approval. I was given the verbal ok to schedule from the precert department at Cigna about a week ago but when I call for progress they tell me it's pending! Good luck!