Does anyone have insurance through Verizon Employer (Anthem)?

[Queen In Me 36]

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.

[my3kids4life 22]

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.

[Queen In Me 36]

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?

[Queen In Me 36]

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

[my3kids4life 22]

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

[Queen In Me 36]

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

[my3kids4life 22]

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

[Queen In Me 36]

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

[Queen In Me 36]

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....

[my3kids4life 22]

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?

[Queen In Me 36]

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

[my3kids4life 22]

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.

[my3kids4life 22]

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.

[Queen In Me 36]

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?

[PearlLex 2]

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.