Tuesday Roll Call

Pam, I did fine at work...I made it through the entire day.  But, by the time I got home last night I was beat.  I went to bed at 11:30 last night wich is way early for me, but I am going to try and start going to bed earlier than midnight.  We will see what happens.   

Good Morning Pam and everyone else too!

I am keeping Kim in my prayers that they are okay and their house didn't recieve any damage from last nights storms.  How strange to have this weather in Jan.  My sister lives in Rockford, but with her if I haven't heard from her, she's okay.
Michelle called yesterday and said that when she gets the 5 yr history, which should be today, she will be sending things to the ins.  SOOOO I have no clue how long it will take after that.  For some reason I have a feeling in my gut that I will be denied at first.....anyone else feel this way? 
Keeping good thoughts out for Calvin today too, how exciting for him and you are right, he's in great hands both during and after his surgery.

I have to work today and will probably leave early, I know that sounds silly but my dogs do not do well with storms when they are alone...they will chew up everything in sight and we have no where to put them that is safe.  It's a long story of why this happens now, but it's bad.  I gave them all some calming meds this morning and hopefully that will hold them over til either I or Mike can get back home. 

I hope everyone has a safe and dry day today....
love to all!

Hi Monica.....I had that feeling of being denied waiting for my paperwork to come back.....And I did!   But I was denied over something that concerned my pcp, so he took care of it and resubmitted and was approved in 2 weeks, so the length of time was 1 month.....2 weeks for once the paperwork was sent and then again after the doctor resubmitted. Then, my insurance changed, so resubmit again, and was approved in 3 days with the new insurance company.  First was Aetna, second was Excellus Blue Cross Blue Sheild....Hope this helps.

Thanks Pam, yes it always helps to hear stories of others that feel the same way.  I got an email from Michelle today saying that she's working on the letter for the ins and she will let me know when it all gets faxed to BCBS....then I think they have 30 days right?  Wow...this is reallly happening...lol

Monica, Do not be surprised if you get a denial at first.  It is the Blue Cross way.  Keep your chin up and hope for the best and get ready to fight if needed.  I wil keep my fingers crossed that you are lucky at get approval on the first try.  Now you play the waiting game, which can drive you crazy if you let it. Hang in there!!! Mary

thanks Mary,

I am hoping for approval the first time around, but honestly I can see BC giving me a hard time.  So...what happens when they deny?  what will I have to do.....just so I can be prepared.  Will Michelle help with an appeal or do I have to go to my PCP? 
I guess we shall wait and see.

 

Yes Monica...they have 30 days to respond, and in my case I did nothing,the office of my pcp and surgeon did it all....If there's anything that you need to know or do the surgeons office will let you know, and you will recieve a letter on or right before the surgeon gets it.

thanks Pam!

This weather is screwy!! Went and worked out this morning and it was hot again. Turn the heat down when its 60 degrees outside!! Guess it makes me sweat more. Getting ready to go to work!!

Good Morning Amanda...Yes this is crazy weather....but I love it warm like this!   Doesn't bother me if it rains....just let it keep warm!