Hi everyone.

I went to my surgeon's office today and after having my psych evaluation, getting a physical, bloodwork, EKG, going to the nutritionist, having a letter from my PCP stating that she recommends the surgery, going to the nurse at the surgeon....the coordinator at my surgeon's office said that without a letter from my PCP stating that I've been on a medically-supervised program for the last 6 months, they will cancel my appointment with the surgeon, as my insurance company (Horizon BC/BS) requires the letter.

Problem is, I've only been with my doctor for 2 months. I can't get the letter. I even asked my PCP if she would write it for me anyway (I know, bad), to which she rightly said, "I can't...sorry."

I thought that the letter was recommended but not mandatory. The thought of waiting another 6 months is devastating. I'm ready! I have high blood pressure and sleep apnea....and a BMI of 44. I've been battling weight my whole life and have the receipts to prove it (WW, JC, NutriSystem, ZoneChefs, you name it)... I've done everything! I have my appt set with my surgeon for the 20th and I was going to get my surgery date set then...

Any advice? I guess I need to call the surgeon's office tomorrow and tell them. They'll cancel my appointment. I'm so bummed, I can't even tell you...

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Tiffany, I'm right there with you. My insurance has denied me, now I have to appeal. It is very discouraging. If feels like everyone is against you, and you have no where to go. I feel your pain. *hug*

Thank you for your supportive responses.

They didn't cancel my appt with my surgeon (so far). At least I'll get to see her (on the 27th). I have to wait about 4 months...it sucks, but I'll get over it. I waited this long!

I just hope I don't have to appeal after all of this...

Keep your head up...I fought the insurance company for a year before approval. I too had to do the 6 months with a pcp. I just kept in perspective that 6 more months of being fat was nothign compared to the LIFETIME of fat I had been so it was worth the wait! I also didnt have the money to self pay so that wasnt an option for me.

Good luck!

Could your old PCP write the letter for you? Good Luck!!

Totally feel your pain. Found out today that I was denied because I hadn't proven I was overweight long enough! Good luck and don't give up. If it's meant to be it will be, just may take a little longer that we had hoped!