Question:
I have been denied by BCBS of Texas. Any suggestions?

   — Linda P. (posted on April 13, 2005)

April 18, 2005
Make sure you know how many appeals you get. With BC/BS of IL I only get one. Then it has to be a legal battle. What was the denial based on?
   — drjakata

April 23, 2005
Linda, Definitely check out the various attorneys who specialize in fighting insurance denial for WLS - www.obesitylaw.com and www.obesitylawyer.com are both well-respected. However, don't forget that self-paying is definitely an option! I ended up self-paying for my surgery, and went to Spain to Dr. Aniceto Baltasar for my BPD/DS. Getting denied by insurance was probably one of the best things to ever happen to me in this lifetime! I am SO thrilled with my results, and the ongoing friendship I have with my wonderful surgeon. Best of luck to you - and please let me know if I can answer any questions, okay? Blessings, dina
   — Dina McBride

April 15, 2006
I was approved my first try by bcbs texas your docter and his staff should be able to tell you what to do next. I am sure they have come accross this issue befor good luck the r yur support right now they will get u through.
   — robyn S.