Question:
does anyone have Kaiser Permanente that has been approved for surgery?

I'm 28/f w/Kaiser ins my BMI is 38.677 I suffer from chronic back pain they say I have degenerative disk disease, has anyone that has Kaiser been approved for surgery with a simular BMI? I have seen my PCP and I believe he has sent in a report it's been 2 weeks. I would love to hear from you. Thank you    — [Anonymous] (posted on October 20, 2000)

October 20, 2000
You posted anonymously so I couldn't send an e-mail to you directly. I had Kaiser in No. VA and was approved with no problem. E-mail me and we'll talk. [email protected]
   — Paula G.

October 20, 2000
I also have Kaiser(So. CA) - It took six weeks from time reguest was submitted to the time I was notified of the approval. If there is a Bariatric Case Manager - you might concider keeping in contact with that person.
   — Melinda P.