Question:
Anyone have Blue Shield of California?

I would just like to hear from anyone that has this insurance and about their experiences with it. I am out of state (Oklahoma) and have PPO. I am looking at a revision so if anyone has actually had a revision with this insurance please please respond! :) But I would like to hear from anyone. Thank you guys!    — LaKeAffy (posted on March 5, 2005)

March 6, 2005
Yes and No. I have Blue Cross of California HMO. I work for a Tenet Hospital. Fortunately, because I chose to have the surgery at a Tenet Hospital (admitted as an in-patient) I was not charged anything except my $15 co-pay for visits to my surgeon and PCP. My surgery was 100% covered. It depends on what benefits your company allows for under their agreement with Blue Cross. Because you have a PPO, you may be responsible for your 20%. I know of people who have had BC California PPO cover their surgery.
   — CHARLYLVN

March 7, 2005
Hi LaKeitha, I have BCBS California and I had the RNY surgery on 17 Jan 2005. Surgery was covered 100% - no co pay. Approval was done in less than a week. Best wishes.... Erica
   — EricaP

April 8, 2005
I have Blue Shield of Ca (which is different from Blue Cross of Ca and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ca by the way!) I am worried about my approval too. keep me updated.
   — Kara J.

April 8, 2005
I have Blue Shield of Ca (which is different from Blue Cross of Ca and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ca by the way!) I am worried about my approval too. keep me updated.
   — Kara J.

June 7, 2006
I have Blue Shield PPO in Cali as well, i want a revision of any kind, I have went from 420 to 230 at 5' 7" I am almost 5 yrs out and stuck. I was wondering the same thing
   — tonesangel