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Hello friends,

Can anyone tells me the difference ($) between the basic and standard versions of federal bcbs when it comes to getting this surgery??

I'm thinking of switching to Basic for next year.

thanks,

Melissa

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Its cheaper with basic. All you have is the 150.00 copay. I have two surgeons so its 300.00 then just one night copay. I switched for that reason and scripts are cheaper also. Go on bcbs fed web site and compare cost. Baratric surgery is the same coverage as any othersurgery. Good luck.

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I have the lap band since 2008 and want to try the sleeve. I have basic federal bc/bs. Do you know if they will pay for you to have another sgy? They paid all but my copay for sgy and physician fee before. The also paid all but 175 when I breast reduction.

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if your having some sort of medical problem ie erosion or slippage, it should. I would contact a customer rep. or your dr. for more answers. Good Luck.

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I used to have the standard option and changed to basic this past January so I could have the sleeve. I haven't been billed for it yet but I know it will be much cheaper under the basic program.

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To you guys who have the basic BC/BS, did you lose weight during the 3 month supervised diet. I am finding it really hard to diet knowing I will be so restricted once I have the surgery................HC

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Yes. I lost 25lbs. I focused on if I don't lose it, I cant have surgery. That kept me from cheating. Now I'm approved got my surgery date and I'm cheating. But not bad. Don't focus on the after, focus on now. I drank a Protein Meal Replacement in the am. And under 350 calories frozen box for lunch and dinner with protein shacks inbetween. If I can do it you can. Keep your eyes on the prize. A slimmer healthier you. Good luck.

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Hi everyone... My Dr. Will be submitting my paperwork tomorrow to bcbs fed. I have basic. How long does it usualy take for the approval process

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Hi everyone... My Dr. Will be submitting my paperwork tomorrow to bcbs fed. I have basic. How long does it usualy take for the approval process

I have FEP BCBS standard option and was wondering what my out of pocket expenses might be. I read all of the info and it says that I have to pay 15% of the plan allowance but I want to know what that means in dollars and cents. Has anyone got any info?

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I got a final bill from the hospital for my surgery and it was $250.00. Now that does not include my doctors fees ($465.20) or anesthesia (?) but I was relieved.

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