So my paperwork was submitted on 6/20/16 and I'm super nervous that my insurance provider hasn't come through. Plus my insurance provider says it could take up to 30 days. Ugh, I've been so frustrated. Particularly since I've been reading a few of the threads and everyone has been getting approved super fast. I've been calling everyday for updates. But I keep thinking to myself (warning, it about to get spiritual) God wouldn't have put this idea in my head if He didn't think I could be successful.

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Patience, Grasshopper. Patience.

And , in my opinion-- (getting spiritual back at ya! ), God works in mysterious ways, but always in the RIGHT way.

Let us know WHEN your approval comes through.

I'm also waiting for my date too. We'll get there

So my paperwork was submitted on 6/20/16 and I'm super nervous that my insurance provider hasn't come through. Plus my insurance provider says it could take up to 30 days. Ugh, I've been so frustrated. Particularly since I've been reading a few of the threads and everyone has been getting approved super fast. I've been calling everyday for updates. But I keep thinking to myself (warning, it about to get spiritual) God wouldn't have put this idea in my head if He didn't think I could be successful.

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I'm right there with you girl. Same situation similar dates and all. But you are right. God got you this far...he won't fail you (us) now. Keep the faith darling.

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Me too. Mine was submitted on the 22nd. They said could be 15 business days before I hear.

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Just got off the phone with BCBSIL and the tech read my notes and she said it looks like I will be approved. She said they're still working it but I should expect to have it closed and a letter sent out by Wednesday or Thursday. So I'll try back than. SOOO EXCITED

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Congrats Jane...

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I didn't hear back for a month! But I was approved after trying three times!

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Just got off the phone with BCBSIL and the tech read my notes and she said it looks like I will be approved. She said they're still working it but I should expect to have it closed and a letter sent out by Wednesday or Thursday. So I'll try back than. SOOO EXCITED

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Jane when was your paperwork submitted? I have BCBSIL as well. Trying to gauge about how long I can expect to get approval

@@Laughkc11 it was submitted on 6/20. I've been very blessed I only started the entire process the last week of May

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@@Laughkc11 it was submitted on 6/20. I've been very blessed I only started the entire process the last week of May

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I started in May (mid-May) as well! It's happening much faster than I could have imagined! Currently schedule for July 27 assuming I get approved

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@@Laughkc11 looks like we may be surgery buddies than. Keep me informed on your progress if you don't mind. What hospital are you with?

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Mine was also submitted june 20. Waiting is the worse. Then the holidays sets everything back. Surgeon only does surgery 2 times a week. Right there with you girl.ugh

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Don't stress. It'll happen. My last Dr's visit was the beginning of April. I didn't hear back sayibg i was approved until the Friday before Memorial Day. Due to unforseen circumstances my surgery isn't until August 15th. BUT, it's ok. This will give me time to work on other things such as toning and trimming my body, preparing my household for this new lifestyle change,etc. So take this opportunity to get some things in order before your surgery that may be beneficial to you after your surgery.

Wishing you the best! Be blessed!

I am a newbie, I just got my primary care physician to put my referral in for vgs on June 30th.

So when you say approved are you talking about the approval from your pcp or from the surgeons submission after you get all your test done?

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I went through my surgeon to get my approval. I went to a few seminars and met him prior to my 1st visit and I felt comfortable with him. My insurance required me to go through 5 months of meeting with a dietician and my surgeon and/or nurse practioner. After everything was completed and I met the requirements, my info was sent to my insurance. They took forever to approve me BUT I finally got approved after 5 weeks of waiting.