Question:
I did a bad thing and am VERY afraid I won't be approved!

I've had my current insurance since September 1st, 2001. When I was filling out the application, my boss was standing behind me (making me very nervous, by the way), waiting for me to hand it in. I wrote my weight down as much lower than it is, I was afraid he would see. Am I doomed to denial? Or will my pre-authorization paperwork from the surgeon's office be more important. In my defense, I really had no idea how much I weighed, although I knew it was more than I wrote down. Help!! I'm scared to death!    — [Anonymous] (posted on January 16, 2002)

January 15, 2002
The authorization unit (usually rn's) don't see your insurance application. They'll make their decision based on the clinical documentation that the surgeon provides. Have to fear...they'll never know what you put on the application.
   — [Anonymous]

January 16, 2002
How very inconsiderate of your boss to stand over you while filling out such personal information. I really doubt highly this will affect anything. I'm sure your doctor's reports/recommendations will have more strength in the insurance companies determination to approve surgery. Good luck!
   — Janice P.

January 16, 2002
I don't want to freak you out, but I was originally denied for that reason, although it was over 10 years ago and WLS was not so common then. I grossly underestimated my weight and not only did they deny the VBG (my choice of surgery at that time), but they also cancelled my policy. I really hope that does not happen to you.
   — [Anonymous]

January 16, 2002
don't worry, omg everyone lies on those, i have been 29 and 150 pounds (with a little bit of baby fat) LOL for 40 years. I would not EVEN sweat it!
   — blank first name B.