Originally Posted by 'thann

Hi, everyone! It's been ages since I've posted because I've been occupied with the 12-month PCP-monitored plan required by BCBS of Michigan. (SHHH -- this isn't common knowledge yet!)

GOOD NEWS: Yesterday Barix called me to give me a heads-up that BCBS of Michigan is changing the requirement to only 6 months as of 2008. That means that at my January appointment I can request that my PCP write my letter of recommendation. YAY!

I was being patient, knowing that it took me longer than 12 months to put on this weight, and I was also being a Good Girl. I lost 15 pounds since July, doing nothing more than avoiding all processed foods (fast foods, prepared foods, etc.), and learning to cook EVERYTHING from scratch (bread, mayonnaise, soups, etc.). I figure that I might as well get used to monitoring my food now so that after surgery it's not such a shock.

Just thought I'd share! I'll post when I've gotten approval (being optimistic here!).

'thann

Originally Posted by Grammy O

Hey Kimberly!

You stated that Also, for those with a BMI of 50 and greater, that 6 month period of time is waived, however; you still may need to do it to meet the criteria of the clinic. Is this true for BCBS?