I got a box in the mail today of all the post op chewable Vitamins I ordered. I got so excited to open them all up and try them (chewable Calcium tablets, yuck) but I stopped and realized that there is a very real possibility that my insurance will deny me. I got some opposition this week with my bmi being "low" and my blood pressure being only diagnosed for 2 years (as opposed to the required 5 years). My case manager basically told me to be prepared for a "no". I know that I can appeal it but its just a very depressing thought. Also that if I'm denied I will lose my slotted surgery date of April 15 that I feel so ready for and married to. I'm just feeling really discouraged and nervous. Not what I wanted to hear on a Friday to have to worry and stress out about all weekend.

Ps I have Horizon BCBS NJ. My bmi is 37.5 and I take meds for high BP but no meds for high cholesterol. I'm 5'7" and weigh 240 and I'm 31 yr old. Not to mention now very depressed

You should look into self pay mexico. You will get that money back with saving on medication, reduced food intake, and self feel good

I have Horizon BCBS of NJ as well. I weighed 267 on my visit to my surgeon, I am 5'5 and my BMI was 44. I had no problem being approved. I don't know what they consider a low BMI tho to cover the WLS surgery. Just wanted you to know that I have the same insurance as you and received approval. My surgery was on Jan 2, 2013. Don't give up, and def appeal if your denied.

I live in Louisiana, I went to Dr. Borland in New Iberia, La I was self pay $9,800

I would recommend him in a heartbeat. I was sleeved 2/25/13

I live in Louisiana, I went to Dr. Borland in New Iberia, La I was self pay $9,800

I would recommend him in a heartbeat. I was sleeved 2/25/13

I have heard so many wonderful things about him! I too live in Louisiana but I am trying anything I can to not be a self-pay. I previously had the lap band that has given me nothing but problems and was a self-pay but I just can't afford another surgery completely out of pocket.