Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI

Does anyone have Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI?  If so did you have any issues with them for approval?  I am from New Hampshire, but my issurance is from RI - My doctors said they never have issues with BC/BS, but they have never dealt with them from RI.  So any heads up would be greatly appreciated!!  Thanks in advance.

I've got BCBS RI (Healthmate, to be specific, which is the PPO), and was approved in something like 36 hours.  Their bariatric surgery policy is on their website.  I used to have the link -- can't seem to find it anymore.  Log in to it and see if you can find it.

ETA:  Here you go:
https://www.bcbsri.com/BCBSRIWeb/plansandservices/services/m edical_policies/SurgeryforMorbidObesity.jsp

Hello there.  At the time of my surgery, I had BC/BS of RI through Lifespan.  The staff in Dr. Sax's office who do all the approval and scheduling work told me they usually have very good luck working with BC/BS and indeed they were right.  I had approval within the week of when they submitted me.  I also found calling customer service directly when I was just exploring the option of WLS was positive.  Even at that early point they were able to tell me I would be approved.
Best of wishes on your WLS journey.
~ Sandy

 I had BC/BS Blue Chip and had no problems gaining approval.  I had notes from 3 Dr.s recommending the surgery.  It was approved right away.

I have BCBSRI also. I have found that it depends on what type of surgery you are trying to get. I have been fighting for a VSG and I have been denied various times. I am now trying for the DS and I am waiting to see what happens.

Good Luck!
Tiffany