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What a roller coaster ride. I have went to all the classes, done all the required medical test and submitted all the paperwork to the insurance company. The insurance company said they will cover the cost 100% and are sending the doctor the proper documents for him to get paid..................I was under the impression 3 months ago that after the insurance approved me, it would be two weeks till surgery. Now the office lady that handles surgery scheduling says it will be 6 or 7 weeks.

What a ride.

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How frustrating ! ! ! I hope the scheduler gets your date moved up a bit more. If not, hang in there, and just prepare as much as you can mentally and physically for your upcoming date.

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How aggrivating!:001_rolleyes: I see you are in TN, where are you going if i can ask.

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I am so sorry and can imagine your frustration. But how awesome you have 100% coverage! Hang in there.

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I feel your frustration. I went to my doctor almost 3 weeks ago and received my date for June 23rd which is a long wait. I went through all the doctor appointments just to be held up by my PCP. She sent in a note to my surgeon as if it were a doctors note to go back to work. My PCP has been holding me up for the past 3 weeks from getting approved. I cant believe how inconsiderate some people in the health profession can be. Wish me luck I have Oxford.:001_tt2:

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Dealing with insurance is maddening. Call them and see if you can be on a cancellation list. You might get it moved up that way. Best of luck.

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I know that this won't help you with the long wait and the anticipation, but I'd rather be having surgery from a surgeon who is booked for weeks ahead than one who doesn't have many clients and can schedule me right away. I'd feel comforted by the fact that he is in demand for his services!!!

Congrats on the date, though and keep us posted.

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