First step

I am new to OH and have read that I need to first be accepted for WLS through my insurance before I start the 6 month required visits to see the nutritionist.  Can anyone tell me if this is true? I have called my ins., (BC/BS), and asked them if they cover gastric bypass surgery and they said it is covered and then they went into my requirements, out of pocket, etc.

Any help you can send me would be greatly appreciated.  I already know about the six months of doctor visits, etc.  But, am confused on the first step.

Thanks!

the first step is to go. To a surgeons informational seminar and they will start the ball rolling. From there. You can also make an appointment with your Pcp to discuss it with h/her and ask them to send a referral to your surgeon. You will still have to take the surgeons seminar. 

After the seminar,the surgeons office will follow up on your insurance requirements with the insurance co and tell you what you will need to do.

GL