six months......
I think waiting for the insurance company to make their decision was about hte most difficult part of this journey for me. Well, that and the post-surgical liquid phase. Anyway, the only advise I can give you is to try to stay busy. Time just drags if you have to keep looking at the clock, or the calender. I did call just about every day, though. Just couldn't help myself! I got my approval in 7 days. From there time just flew, and I can't believe that I am almost 2 months post-op now. good luck to you!