Question:
Has anyone been approved through HealthPlus of Michigan?

I called and HP told me I have an exclusionary policy that does not cover any WL meds or WLS. I thought it was specific to my policy, but from all the posting here I am going to investigate further. I really want to have WLS, and my Dr will approve, I just dont want to wait 6 months before I can change my insurance.<P> Thanks, Danielle    — Danielle C. (posted on June 28, 2002)

June 29, 2002
I know how you feel dealing with HealthPlus..it is nothing but a major headache (and then you still have to buy your own aspirin). I have been fighting with them too about WLS and nothing short of taking them to court for weight discrimination will get you approved for surgery. Even though now 6 months seems like a long wait, it really isn't. I personally would just wait it out and jump on the new insurance the second you are allowed to switch. Since your doctor is already supportive and will help you get approved, that is pretty much all you need. Just continue to document your WLS struggle and possibly get a psych eval just in case your new insurance requires one. Then everything will be set to start your next phase of life - hopefully as a postop. =)
   — ImANewDee