Question:
how long dose the insurance co have before they give an answer iwas told they have

thirty day to respond is this true?    — mk (posted on February 24, 2006)

February 24, 2006
I got mine in less then one week. Good luck
   — bntfive

February 24, 2006
From my understanding that is correct. Insurance companies have at max 30 days to respond. Hope that helps and good luck.
   — hartnell

February 24, 2006
30 days unless they send you a letter stating that it is pending for further information.
   — classite

February 24, 2006
I don't know if there are legal guidelines, but think it all depends on your insurance plan. I was very lucky: Harvard-Pilgrim of MA (which is rated as one of the best insurance plans in the country) approved me the day after my paperwork was submitted.
   — packrat