Hey all...my packet was submitted Friday 12/7 and I was just curious as to how long does it take to get approved? How was your approval/denial process for verizon/verizon wireless covered by anthem blue cross and blue shield.

Hey all...my packet was submitted Friday 12/7 and I was just curious as to how long does it take to get approved? How was your approval/denial process for verizon/verizon wireless covered by anthem blue cross and blue shield.

Hi, I work for Verizon Wireless in (Tampa). I was denied within a 3 days after submitting everything to BCBS because my BMI wasn't over 40 for 5yrs. However, I inquired with BCBS if the WLS requirement for 2013 are changing the rep told yes, she showed the contract that VZW agreed to. Good Luck keep me posted.

Interesting....when I spoke with BcBs they never said anything about having a BMI over 40 for at least 5 years....and I spoke with my BcBs nurse who will be approving or denying the case numerous times about the qualifications....omg I will be so pissed if I get denied! She called me today and said that she has a few more things to look at but she will be calling me sometime by the end of the week. She even told me my anticipated date for surgery of 12/27. So with the up and coming changes what does that mean for your case?

Did you know about the requirements of a 5 year weight history prior to submitting everything in?

I knew nothing about 5yr history in fact there been several women at the job that had the surgery they mention nothing about it.

That's crazy! Well we will figure out something in a few days...so are you going to try again after the new year?

Yes ma'am the fight is not over. January 1st I will be making an appointment with my bariatric doctor to get the ball rolling again. The requirements is that you have to have two or more comorbities. I will need to take the sleep study to show proof of sleep apnea and I have the proof of high blood pressure that I have had for years. If im denied this time. I'm going to Mexico

Well I wish you luck and I will post as soon as I hear something! Keep in touch!

Hey! I got a call from insurance today and I was approved...I'm sorry your case hasn't been approved...maybe is still varies from state to state....

Hey! I got a call from insurance today and I was approved...I'm sorry your case hasn't been approved...maybe is still varies from state to state....

. I'm so HAPPY for you. I hope when I try again in January I will be able to share the same news. So have you schedule your surgery date?

Yes its jan. 3rd...they was goin to schedule it for the dec 28th but that's too soon...

Hey, how's it going? In just a few days you will be sleeved, are you or did you have to do a pre-op diet. Keep in touch as you begin a newer healthier you:) I will keep you in my prayers.

Yes its jan. 3rd...they was goin to schedule it for the dec 28th but that's too soon...

Hey, how's it going? In just a few days you will be sleeved, are you or did you have to do a pre-op diet. Keep in touch as you begin a newer healthier you:) I will keep you in my prayers.

Hey! Happy new year! I have had my pre op appointment and I started the diet on the 27th. This diet is a trip but i'm handling it. I'm so nervous and i'm getting scared. But I know I will be ok! How are things your way? Have you started the appeal process?

Hey there. I'm a Verizon tech in NY. I couldn't tell you how I manage to keep putting this weight on with the work I do...lol....Best wishes for a successful surgery.

LOL...I appreciate that! PearlLex have you already been sleeved?