Avmed Open Access State of Florida

I have AVMED Open Access and it took me almost one year because I did not have my 6 months doctor supervised diet.  You need to make sure you have done EVERYTHING they want.  My first denial was w/i 2 wks.  After I appealed it took about 3-4 weeks.  I am scheduled for RNY 021908.  Good luck abd God Bless.      June

Have you had your initial visit w/your surgeon?  They give you a list of what is needed before surgery and this all goes to the insurance company.  Like: sleep apnea test, endroscopy, see a shrink, etc.  This is all needed for your surgeon and by the insurance co.  Good Luck/God Bless

I have Avmed thru the State of Florida and my approval took 3 days. I went to see the doctor and made sure had all the requirements before submitting to Avmed. I did not have to have 6 months of supervised dieting documented, but I had everything else done(sleep apnea, psycho evaluation, and so forth). Good luck on your journey!.

Don't worry!  I had exactly the same thing.  High blood pressure and a BMI of 46.  It took my 2 weeks to be approved by Avmed Open.  Do you work for the state also?  Your chances of being approved are great.  Make sure the letter your doctor sends list all the problems you weight has caused you such as "sexual dysfunction" "low self-esteem" and possibly depression.  A good Doctor will help you build it up.  Don't worry.  I have my surgery on 2-25-08.  I can't wait.  I am nervous and excited all at the same time.  Good luck to you and let me know if you get approved.                                 Amy G.

Thank you, Amy.  It only took Avmed 1week to approve me.  My surgery is 3/17/2008.  I see that we are using the same surgeon!! Good luck, Lynne Check your page for your messages, I will be sending you one.