So I was wondering what would make a person get denied for surgery? Does the drs office keep submitting the paperwork or change the paperwork until it gets approved. Surely the patient wouldn't go thru all that time and money and not get approved. Or could that happen? I'm just curious . Any info would be appreciated I have anthem blue cross H M O

My paperwork was submitted to Anthem BC BS on the 29th. I'm holding my breath and crossing fingers and toes for a good outcome. Like you I have wondered about all the time and money already spent just jumping through the hoops. I hope someone with experience responds.

Me too! I just wanna know. My insurance told me that within 72 I would get a response to my paperwork (approved or denied). Hopefully you find out soon and it's approved good luck

I'm waiting too! I have BCBC TN and Mine was sent off today and I heard that I may have to lose 10% of my body weight which is 27 pounds!!! I'm sooo scared because if I could lose that quick then why would I need to do surgery?! So I'm nervous just like you!!! Good luck! :-)

Submitted to Anthem on Thursday, approved on Tuesday. Probably would have been approved Monday but it was a holiday. Talk about fast! I hope it goes as smoothly for the rest of you.

I'm waiting too! I have BCBC TN and Mine was sent off today and I heard that I may have to lose 10% of my body weight which is 27 pounds!!! I'm sooo scared because if I could lose that quick then why would I need to do surgery?! So I'm nervous just like you!!! Good luck! :-)

Dont worry about losing what they tell you too... with the diet the doc puts you on before (to shrink your liver) if you stick to it you WILL lose it!!!