I went to the orientation on Wednesday and today I had my first meeting with the surgeon. I think went well because I am going back for the nutrition class. I asked one of the nurses about the requirement from my insurance to get the sleeve, and she said I would have to speak to the coordinator. I called the coordinator, but she is on vacation for the next 11 days. I wanted to ask her if it is true that I have to be on a diet for 6 months before I can have the surgery? Does anyone know if that is true?

Just2b

It all depends on what your ins requires. Mine did not require it but the majority do still.

Good luck on your journey!

It depends on your insurance company. I was able to find out the requirements for mine by creating an account on their (BCBS) website and just digging around until I found it.

I went to the orientation on Wednesday and today I had my first meeting with the surgeon. I think went well because I am going back for the nutrition class. I asked one of the nurses about the requirement from my insurance to get the sleeve, and she said I would have to speak to the coordinator. I called the coordinator, but she is on vacation for the next 11 days. I wanted to ask her if it is true that I have to be on a diet for 6 months before I can have the surgery? Does anyone know if that is true?

Just2b

What insurance company do you have? You could search the forum for others who have your insurance as well. The insurance company could give you an answer. But then again, my insurance company told me 1 year of supervised diet. They were wrong, this info was outdated. I actually have no time or diet requirement.

The best thing to do, if you don't want to wait for the coordinator, is to call the number on the back of your insurance card. When you get someone on the line, let them know you want to discuss the details of your coverage regarding bariatric surgery. They can tell you what their requirements are to cover the surgery, what they cover, and what you need to pay out of pocket. They can also tell you if you what you need to submit, and what your doctor needs to do. Your coordinator will be able to help you find all of this, but it might not be a bad idea to call and talk to your insurance company to find out!

I will call BS on Monday and get the low down on my policy. Thank you all for your replies.

I also have a 6 month requirement. I started in June and my last weigh-in is December 6th. After my last appointment the coordinator will submit the paperwork for approval. Keeping my fingers crossed.