Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.

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Maybe invite them to go with you to your Surgeon's office and have him discuss your WSLS. They are probably afraid something is going to happen. Sometimes our Loved ones are afraid because they don't understand the process. It is scary for their loved one to get any kind of surgery but it really is the fear of the unknown. This might get them onboard with you!! CCongratulations on your upcoming journey!!

Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.

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Great to hear, as I have highmark as well I have highmark as well but haven't submitted yet.

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