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I also have UHC in Ohio and approval was a piece of cake. Now, I understand there may be riders that can be added or omitted to the policy by your employer. Your most direct fight will probably be with your own HR dept. Plead to them to adjust their policy so you can take a large step to be a healthier person and therefore a more productive employee. At the very least, they might prove to be good leverage in your fight either way.
You can always do this the next year. In the meantime, take more time to research, check all of the different procedures before taking the plunge. I know that once they allow the surgery, UHC covers every procedure (even the DS).
Good luck
Valerie
