Question:
Anyone have BC/Bs PPO of Illinois?

Anyone have BC/BS PPO of Illinois. How long did it take for approval? How about diet history? Is high blood pressure, high cholestral, diabetes, arthritis, acid reflux, bmi of 40 and at least 100 lbs. overweight enough to get approval? Gee, I hope so. I am getting very nervous that they will refuse me. Anyone turned down with the above co-morbidites? thanks, Maureen    — Maureen M. (posted on January 30, 2003)

January 30, 2003
Hi...Yes I have Bcbs PPO of Illinois and it only took them a wekk for my approval and I didnt have nearly as much stuff going on with me as you did. I am one year post op down 160 pounds!!!!The only thing that really set me over the edge for my approval was my sleep apnea and my bronchitis/Asthma and my constant efforts with weight watchers slim fast etc....and I think I am truly blessed because I had it when I was only 19:) I know the waiting is a pain but dont worry...bcbs was great...I will be submitting my claim for a tummy tuck and lipo for my inner, and outer thighs and butox.Any other questions just e-mail me..and Good Luck!
   — Miko P.

January 30, 2003
I do hav bcbs of IL, however it depends on the policy your employer bought. not all bcbs ppo plans are the same.
   — **willow**