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So, do anyone know how long Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois will take to complete the pre-approval process? It was submitted on 12/6/16, I checked on Friday and it's still in processing.

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Mine took about 6 days. I called daily to ask on the status.

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I'm definitely calling tomorrow! So you the doctor normally wait for pre-authorization before setting a day for surgery?

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Do!

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When I called they said it has been approved and that I should receive the letter in 7 to 10 business days. They said I can go ahead and schedule my surgery without the approval letter because the doctors office can just call and verify the approval. I immediately called and spoke to the surgical coordinator and she gave me a date. My surgery was on December 8th

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Anyone know UnitedHealth care wait times?

progress starts in the mind

I was told it can take up to 15 business days. I'm still waiting on my approval. Should hear by 12/23.

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I have BCBS kansas, Did you just call the 1800 number ask if you have been approved?

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