I heard recently that they have changed their requirements and no longer require a 6 month weight loss period. Has anyone else heard this or been approved since this? I have a friend who is waiting on her approval thru BCBS and is wanting to know what to expect.

thanks all.

It is true, ethansgrandma! We don't have to jump through the hoops anymore. I'm going to Scottsdale Bariatric Center and they called on Friday to tell me the good news!! I'm SOOO excited. I was about 2+ months into my 6 months, but I'm at a 40 BMI and couldn't afford to gain or lose weight. This is mana from heaven

WOW....that is great. I will be on BCBS in January 2008. I was 2 months into my 6 months with a BMI of 46. Who are you having to do your lapband?

HI Bourgeois, I am going through Scottsdale Bariatric Center, Dr Blackstone. It really is one of the best places and she's one of the best Bariatric surgeons. I've talked to people who've come from other states to get the procedure done here. I'm so excited!!! Right now they're schedualing for January. But there are other tests to get done and I have to have them all done within the next few weeks. Hey, I'd be happy with February!

Oh, and the Center just this last friday (12/14) to tell me that I have been approved. So there's no more waiting!

you will love scottsdale bariatric. Dr Blackstone is the best!!!! I've seen her for almost two years now. They really know their stuff! Good luck!

HI Bourgeois, I am going through Scottsdale Bariatric Center, Dr Blackstone. It really is one of the best places and she's one of the best Bariatric surgeons. I've talked to people who've come from other states to get the procedure done here. I'm so excited!!! Right now they're schedualing for January. But there are other tests to get done and I have to have them all done within the next few weeks. Hey, I'd be happy with February!

Wow...I might have to check into Scottsdale Bariartric. Have you ever heard of Dr. John Debarros from WLIA? I have not done a consultation yet, so I am still shopping around.