Question:
Does wls approval expire?

   — Tonya M. (posted on February 12, 2003)

February 12, 2003
From what I know, YES, it does. My particualr ins. is allowing me 6 months from the date of approval to have my wls done. I only have until May 30th, and still have no date yet!! Better luck to you. :o)
   — Cat S.

February 12, 2003
Check with your insurance company because each one is different. Mine for example told me that my approval was good for one year. Remember too that pre-approval is not hte same as pre-certification. Best of luck - Janine
   — jmusser

February 12, 2003
hi there :) i had hmo bcbs of il, and my referal for the wls was good for up to 90 days, but on the referal, it gave an estimated date right around the time my surgery had been shceduled. good luck to you! :)
   — carrie M.