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Well the appointment was interesting. My doctor took 20 minutes to talk about the politics behind the covid. Then when we finally start talking about my surgery he basically went over the risks involved (which were very scary). He let me know he is excited to do my surgery as he feels it will really benefit my health issues. Then he tells me I'll hear from someone in 2 days to schedule my surgery that insurance approved it after they denied it and wanted me to lose 3 pounds, which he said the office took care of that and they then approved it. I asked oh, it was approved?? I havent heard anything . He went to check with the office lady and came back in and said I apologize, that was for the patient after you!!!!
Then the lady tells me they tried to send the paperwork and insurance company's arent accepting prior authorizations until June 12!!! I'm so frustrated and ready to give up.
So I left that appointment still waiting for an answer if I even can get approved for this.
 
Please try not to be too frustrated. The insurance companies are trying to play catch up because the hospitals are backlogged, and they will take your paperwork in a couple weeks. In the meantime, take advantage of the next couple weeks to figure out what you’ll need after the surgery. Make your after plan if you haven’t already. You’ll get there-it takes time and patience, which I know sucks.
 
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