Is it just me or is BC/BS starting to approve vsg left and right

[kooterpooters 2]

SEEMS like on the message boards i go to for vsg info, HERE,OH,and Thinner times,seems like BCBS is starting to come to there senses.Seems like alot of approvals here lately..Hope thats the case.:001_smile:

[Eureka-C 20]

I just got my after appeal approval. Heard a rumor that Jan 2011 many more might be changing policy. BCBS CA

[determined1 3]

BC/BS anthem approved mine first time!

[roboniko 2]

not in louisiana! They have an exclusion for morbid obesity!!

[Carrie 4]

Premera Blue Cross for Microsoft Employees and Spouses just denied mine for a second time. I shall continue.

[NLWC.Christa 4]

BC/BS anthem approved mine first time!

Just curious, what state? I just checked the Kentucky anthem policy and it still lists sleeve as investigational.

[determined1 3]

Just curious, what state? I just checked the Kentucky anthem policy and it still lists sleeve as investigational.

indiana

[wannabehealthy 0]

I had Blue Cross of CA, Anthem. Mine got denied twice and then I sent it for Independent Medical Review and it got overturned. I have a good appeal letter if anyone needs it, PM me. My surg is coming up Oct 15th!

[cielle 0]

SEEMS like on the message boards i go to for vsg info, HERE,OH,and Thinner times,seems like BCBS is starting to come to there senses.Seems like alot of approvals here lately..Hope thats the case.:001_smile:

Have Horizon in NJ. They just started covering in July. My Dr. has already had issues and has canceled some October surgeries. Hoping things are ok by November.

[HollyW 5]

I have BCBS of IL (I live in TX) and I got approved the very first time it was presented to insurance. I was afraid it wouldn't because I have heard that so many insurance companies don't cover it because it is "new".