pannus removal

The day of and after my surgery I thought I never wanted another surgery EVER.  However, today I found myself on the phone with UHC to see if they covered panniculectomy.   Funny.  Just sharing.  Oh, and this morni g I was dancing in the kitchen and this afternoon, my SF Torani syrups came.  I can't wait to make something deliscious.

What did UHC say about the removal?! I have UHC and although I know all plans are different I'd love to hear what they said.

Also, Get down witcha bad self dancing in the kitchen! LOL

THEY SAID AS LONG AS THE DOC SAYS ITS MEDICALLY NECESSARY, IF YOU HAVE THE TOP TIER PLAN IT IS COVERED.  I WAS ASKED FOR THE CPT CODE FOR THE ACTUAL PROCEDURE BUT COULD NOT DIG IT UP.

So happy my panni is GONE!  Hope you get a quick approval.  BTW -- I have post-panni pics in my profile if you're interested.

Laura, how long did the insurance company make you wait to get it. 6-12-18 months?

My insurance company did not make me wait.  I was 11 1/2 months from surgery and at goal weight.  Actually, the plastic surgeon had me lose 5lbs more.... so I weighed 128 at the day of my panniculectomy.  4.5lbs of skin were removed.  I am so happy with my results - everyday things - like bathing are so much easier!  Not to mention the cosmetic aspect.

My insurance approval was lightening fast.... much faster than rny.... I got a letter in less than a week from my consult. Hope you get the same!

I have UHC too! This gives me a lot of hope! I've been wanting to get a consult but, it's $125. up front just for a consult! ouch! If I decide against it, I'm out the money. Maybe I'll mull it over a little more now that UHC stands a chance to pay.

It sounds promising.  I would like for someone who actually had a pannus removed with UHC to make the info concrete.  The two reps I spoke to were not as solid as i would like to have been.  You know?  With my RNY it was easy because i had the specific code for the procedure.  I may call around for that tomorrow.  I spent ALL day trying to download 2 books onto my daughters reader.  Finally I broke down and called Sony and it was fixed in minutesl.   What a dorky mom I am.  LOL

 You have me cracking up!  With so many people having a hard time in the beginning I'm so glad to see that you're feeling so good that you're dancing and planning your next surgery! LOL!

You go gurl!!!!  And since I got my approval to SEE the surgeon I'll even dance with you! 

Let me tell you.  A week ago, I was regretting all this crap.  Protein and water and meals in Tea Set Cups.  I was really wondering if I had done the right thing.  I was even looking at myself saying, "well my arms and legs are not even fat. etx, etc, wtc....."  It was too late to tLk myself out of it.  You know, but I have been feeling better and losing weight, seemingly by the hour, so I decided, it wouldn't kill me.  And when I lose the 108lbs, I am sure my lady parts will be looking a hot mess with this apron hanging over it.  Not a good look.  Take care.