So Scared

sissy041 · March 8, 2008

Hi, I am new to the whole forum thing. I am really really shy. But I think here goes.......................My concern is getting turned down. I am going through BCBS of TN and my BMI is 34. I start weight was 241. I am going on the 4th month of seeing my primary doctor for the 6 month diet plan. I am at 234 as of now, but think if I loose weight, insurance will turn me down. I really want to do everything right. So any suggestions would be appreciated. Did anyone out there go to the support group meetings or recommend it?

okitsme · March 8, 2008

It's nice to see someone else from TN here! Do you have other co-morbities to go along with the weight? My surgery is scheduled for March 17 with Dr. Charles Morton at Baptist Hospital. Good luck on your journey.

Elisabethsew · March 8, 2008

Call your insurance company and ask for a written list of their requirements to cover weight loss surgery. Many carriers will only pay for a BMI of 40 with no other medical problems or a BMI of 35 with one or more other medical problems (called co-morbidities).

sissy041 · March 8, 2008

I also have an underactive thyroid. And good to hear from another Tennessean. I am going to have mine done in Murfreesboro, that is, if all goes well. I really want this so bad, but hate to get my hopes up to much.

sissy041 · March 8, 2008

And great idea Elizabeth. And I was thinking about touching base with the clinic on Monday. I haven't heard anything since seeing the surgeon in early December.