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Read more about Pre-Op testing

Pre-Op testing

Today I found out that all my tests turned out okay. I had some sludge in my gall bladder, but no stones, so Dr. Wheeler said he was not going to remove it since it was still functioning. That's a load off my mind!   I am to attend PRE-OP class tomorrow from 8am - noon...that's going to be fun considering I am working tonight from 7pm-7am...lol   ChampVA sent a letter saying I had met the criteria for my surgery, however, they state they pay secondary to my primary insurance. I have NO PRIMA

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• mlt45
• July 25, 200620 yr

Read more about Waiting.....

Waiting.....

I find out next Monday if I get to have the surgery. I pray they accept my insurance. Waiting is hard....but I have read posts from some on here that have waited years instead of months to have their lapband, so I'm trying to be patient.   I'm nervous too. What if something goes wrong? What if I don't get the desired results. It seems there are so many that have problems after the surgery. I'm just going to leave it in God's hands and try my best to stay calm and ready.

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• mlt45
• July 18, 200620 yr

Read more about Appointments are over!

Appointments are over!

I have finally completed all my pre-surgery appts!   I had my colonoscopy and endoscopy yesterday. Wasn't fun, but it's over!   I had my endocrine lab tests last week, along with my exercise evaluation, psychiatric evaluation, and dietary consult.   On the 15th of June I had multiple testings, including a scan of my gall bladder and stress test. I was so proud, that I could walk on the tread mill instead of having my stress test by chemically inducing it.   Sometimes I am nervous and I

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• mlt45
• June 25, 200620 yr

Read more about The first baby steps

The first baby steps

It's been three weeks since the introductory seminar. So much info going around in my head! I have watched Jenny, my niece, with her lapband success and I wonder if I'm too old, too fat, or too set in my ways to change even with the band.   Now after reading all the posts on insurance I'm scared that if they do schedule me, will I be able to pay for it? Or will my insurance pay and the dr. accept? I have ChampVa, I'm hoping I will get approved fast and get it over with even though after read

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• mlt45
• May 25, 200620 yr