Has anyone used GEHA insurance for the surgery?

Just used it and was pre-approved- had surgery 5/14!!

Did the insurance require you to wait?

I had to have six months of documented visits with the dietician and/or doctor before I got preapproved with them.

Thanks for the info!!

Yes- I had to wait as well- go to a seminar and they should help walk you through the process:) I'd plan on the process taking between 8months and a year!

I have GEHA as well, so the 6 month per surgery diet is an absolute must??? If so I am gonna start seeing a dietitian right now. I am still waiting for my first initial appointment with the bariatric surgeon. My primary care doctor just sent my referral yesterday.

I went to my first consulation today. The staff was excellent and explained to me that GEHA requires the following:

6 months of supervised visits to check for monthly eating habits. No diet, but dietician speaks to you and basically there to prep you for pre and post surgery eating habits.

GEHA requires an "in hospital" procedure, where many procedures can take place in an office/ clinic setting.

GEHA doesnt require a sleep study, but is covered if you want the study as an option. Study can be conducted at your home.

Out of pocket after insurance, I will be paying less than 2k out of pocket.

GEHA also requires for you to meet your deductible before anything. Some hospital fees may not be covered, however they told me i was still looking at less than 2k out of pocket.

Hope this helps!

Geha also required us to get a psych evaluation and send in weight history from I think up to 6 years back( I'd double check on that though)

Really? The doctors office didnt mention that. They told me that my BMI of 40 is enough, that my insurance doesnt even need the sleep study. I guess il find out on the way. Thanks.

Although i did not have I get a sleep study either- i did have to get a psychological evaluation