In the beginning…
March 1, 2004 by Traci
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In the beginning…..I began researching WLS in June 2002. I actually submitted my information for insurance approval in 2002, through NewStart. I was denied, because the procedure code submitted was not overed by my insurance. WLS is covered, but at that time, not under that specific code. put things on hold. Had another major surgery in 2003. And am once again submitting my information through NewStart. This time my insurance is covering more codes for WLS. YAY! My BMI is higher and I have more co-mordities, so approval should not be a problem. I’m in the process now of getting a new info packet from NewStart (called them this morning) and getting my recent blood work from my doctor faxed to me, and getting a letter from my primary saying I’m fit for surgery. I need to call and get a psych consult and I’m on my way!! As my insurance company seems to take their sweet time with approvals, it could be 6 weeks AFTER they receive my info before I hear back. So I have no clue when I may have surgery.
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