TT approved!!!!!!!

PS office called today I am approved.

Hi, Bonnie. I see we had surgery a day apart from each other and I wanted to say congradulations on your PS/TT approval. I to am approved and my TT, Hernia & Muscle Repair is scheduled for January 27, 2005. I am so geeked..but also scared more so about this surgery then with my WLS. I cant explain it. But I wish you good luck and flat tummy's here we come.. De' 229/128

congrats, what did you have to do to get it covered by the insurance I need it badly, but I won't be able to pay for it. How do I get started to get it covered by insurance?? Belinda RNY 11/03/03

I didn't seem to need a lot of documantion for some reason. It depended on what "grade" your pannus is and also helps if you have a hernia. My insurance company approves over a grade 2 (bc/bs keystone hmo). I just called and asked my pcp for a referral, picked an in network (actually I hated the first guy) plastic surgeon and made an appointment. The inital diagnosis for the consult was pannus and hernia repair. At the ps's office they examined me and took pictures (a must with almost all insurance companies). Two weeks later they approved me. Hope that helps

Congratulations! I am also approved and going to have it done on March 4th. Can't wait!

Congrats to everyone!! Me too - Feb 23rd... and a breast lift - woo-hoo!!

Congratulations! Me too! 3-4-05. Just 2 weeks away!

what insurance company do you have?I have Cigna & I'm trying to get approved for my TT. I do have a hernia so I'mhoping that will help me. Congratulations on your TT.

Hi Ms Melanie I have mcare. I was told that losing over 100lbs helped me meet the guide lines. I am having my surgery on April 25th. I wanted to tell you that you look great. I am praying that you get your approval.