Question:
Has anyone been approved through the Illinois Department of Rehabilitation for WLS?

I am insured through Wal-mart group health(BC/BS of Illinois) and they absolutely will not cover the surgery, the were even quite rude when I called to ask about it. I am currently on light duty due to a lower back injury and my Dr. has said that if I don't get the weght off the work restrictions might be permanent.    — [Anonymous] (posted on October 30, 2001)

October 30, 2001
I don't know about Illinois, but in my state, the rehabilitation department won't help unless you are unemployed and don't have any insurance coverage at all and even then it can be a 2-3 year wait. I hope you have better luck.
   — [Anonymous]