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So I just got through getting my surgical clearance, and I'm almost done with all of my pre-surgery requirements. But when I called the surgeons office to ask about availability they said I probably won't get a date until next YEAR! With my insurance, my deductible resets every 6 months. I've been trying my best to "play the game," so to speak. If I managed to get in during December, I would have a better shot with the insurance. But as it looks, I'll end up paying much more for everything. Fantastic.

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It is time to consider another practice who can work with you on scheduling. You may want to post your general location so other bloggers can recommend alternates based on their experiences.

Having your surgical clearance may make this an easy solution. Good Luck!

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Thank you! It's Bay Area Surgical in Walnut Creek, CA. They're pretty good as far as cooperation. Apparently it's the surgeon who needs to open more dates. We shall see. The saga continues.

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Thank you! It's Bay Area Surgical in Walnut Creek, CA. They're pretty good as far as cooperation. Apparently it's the surgeon who needs to open more dates. We shall see. The saga continues.

How did it turn out? I am at BASS too. I just received insurance approval, and am waiting for my surgery date from Dr. Chin. I'm hoping it doesn't go into next year, my insurance is changing 1/1/16. How far out did they book you? Thanks!

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