I had my EGD yesterday and the paperwork will be sent to CIGNA (State of TN) so now the hard part starts! The waiting to see if I am approved. I am worried. The physc eval was denied even though they say it is mandatory to have the surgery. I am appealing that. How long does it normally take to get an answer?

Hi Becky. Sorry I don't have any answers but I am very curious to see what responses you get. I live in Memphis and have Cigna through my DH's county government employer. I complete my 2nd Nut class on the 22nd and my initial surgeon's consult on the 23rd of this month and then they will be sending in the paperwork for pre-approval. Hopefully it goes fast for both of us. Now that I have made up my mind to have the surgery and I know that insurance covers it (after jumping through lots of hoops) I am very anxious to get everything underway and start my new and hopefully much healthier and thinner life. :cool2:

hi Becky. welcome to LBT. sorry about the Psych eval. you may want to give them a call about the appeal. each place has their own timeline.

best of luck to you.