PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Y’all idk.. I’m so connected to this fat suit I don’t know if I’m ready to give it up. What flips when they finally give you a date?!? I was SO READY and excited doing all of my pre-op testing/appts then bam, got that call today and I’m freaking out! [emoji30][emoji24]??‍♀️

Any Kaiser patients out there who can let me know if they also weigh you in at the psych eval? I'm close to hitting my surgeon's goal weight and hope to weigh in there as that will be my next upcoming appt after lifestyles & nutrition which I have tomorrow. Thanks!

So Monday is my surgery pending insurance clearance. Thursday I have a pre-op pre-admission test. I had a 6 month nutrition program that I had to lose 25 pounds to qualify and I did. Exactly 25. My problem now is that I gained some of that back. I’m so worried they will deny me, the doctor at least. I worry about everything.

I have my pre- test tomorrow and my surgery is schedule for Wednesday... I wondering is something go wrong with my pre test??[emoji36] [emoji36] [emoji36] Sent from my Z982 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello everyone im glad to have found this forum, my PCP has told me I need a sleeve, but the doctor he referred me to doesn't take medicaid, only. I have a BMI of 53 and I feel desperate to have something done, I want to be around for my 4 kids. I'm only 35 with lots of life left I don't want it cut short by a heart attack. Can anyone think of a doctor that takes medicaid please.

I am very close to getting approved for surgery and I’ve felt more urges to act out or slip up in my diet. Not take in enough water or eat things I shouldn’t. Has anyone else struggled with this?

So I had an upper endoscopy done on Friday and everything went will which means I am that much closer to finally having my surgery!! April 25th can’t get here any sooner!! So excited and anxious and nervous and just a little overwhelmed. Who else is having surgery in April?

Hello everyone! My name is Natasha. I'm new to here and looking to have the gastric sleeve done. I been going back and forth with it since 2015 and had my pcp refer me last year and am finally going for it. I went to the seminar and have my first appointment scheduled with Dr Georgescu Sept 15th. Has anyone here had him as a surgeon? Where are my CO people? Anyone have to go through the medicaid stuff here in Colorado? How was it? Any recommendations?

Good morning, I have been reading everyone amazing journey and congrats to all and the amazing success. I just tuned 50 female and i am 5'3" weight 215 BMI 38 pushing 39, I have hypothyroidism ( thats when my weight went out of control), high blood pressure and High cholesterol. I started my journey last month met with Dr he said I was a good candidate for gastric sleeve using robotic surgery. Dr. has me doing the following, 3 visit to Nutritionist, one psych evaluation, upper gi, blood work, get clearance from Cardiologist and general Dr. I have already had one visit to the nutritionist and she place me on a diet with no sugar or carb. My insurance is UHC and…

Just joined this group and so happy to read all these inspirational stories. My surgery is in six weeks and I'm beginning to get excited about this, new phase of my life. I'll gladly accept any and all advice, tips, etc. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using BariatricPal mobile app

I am on week 2 of my liquid diet. My surgery is in 2 days. Today, I was sitting watching a movie. I felt a little funny and then an orange liquid came out of my bum and soiled my clothing. It did not look like poo at all. It looked like orange water, slightly transparent. Is this because of the liquid diet?

tl;dr: Is it crazy for me to go into my self-pay vsg without supplemental insurance? Several months ago I found out that my insurance doesn't cover WLS period, no matter how necessary it is. No problem, I decided to self pay, saved my money, etc etc. One of the costs the doctor's office listed was supplemental insurance to cover any complications. I went to my pre-op on Thursday and found out the office does not have a supplemental insurance agreement. I'm pretty shocked. As of yesterday they still don't have one. My surgery is at 9:45 am on Monday. When I talked to the surgical coordinator on the phone, she said that they had stopped requiring supplemental ins…

What should I am making an appointment for my psych evaluation.. What should I expect?

I filled out my insurance forms for a Bariatric Program here in Oklahoma and after 3 months got a call that I was approved and started the process. Attended a Seminar in May and finally got to my first visit with my surgeon. I was extremely happy because he has a 5 star rating!! Just got all my other appointments set up for nut and cardiologist and the many many other appointments that are required with this program only to get a call that I have to go through BRS for my insurance to pay. I call them to register mind you I have been dotting my Is and crossing my Ts getting ready with diet and exercise, quitting smoking etc. BRS informs me I have to be enrolled in their…

Has anyone else gotten an approval from the insurance company without an actual approval letter? My insurance company (uhc choice plus) is telling me they’re not going to send me an approval letter (online or by mail) & that I have to get a copy from my doctor.

Hey all, I just joined the forum this evening after searching online for Forums I could connect with others going through the same stuff. I am 37, a mom of 2, and someone that has gone up and down on the scale all of my life. I told my doctor today that it was extremely emotional because I have seriously only known my identity to be that girl with the amazing personality and pretty face.... I am not wanting to be a certain size or weight, I am wanting to be healthy, in shape and happy in my own skin.. Today was my first appointment and I am set for lab work April 6th and an egd April 9th! I am both nervous and excited. I apologize ahead of time I am just figuring out th…

Since I've had to push back my surgery I've decided to use the time "wisely" and make some changes that I know I'll need to do anyways, starting with protein shakes. I just can not get pass the taste of whey protein. What would y'all recommend as an alternative?

Has anyone here had RNY and had incisional hernias? I am thinking about getting RNY wls but am concerned about the hernia repair that I’ll need. The hernias resulted from a previous surgery that I had. I really want to have surgery, but my insurance doesn’t cover it, but it will cover the hernias and I was thinking that I could get both done at the same time to save on the costs, just don’t know how complicated it will be. I have my first appointments with the surgeon next week.

Woo hoo!!!!! My dr. office called today and my surgery date is set! I’m excited and terrified all at the same time. It’s such an awesome feeling that in a couple of weeks, I will be on the losers bench. It’s been a long 7 months of appointments and tests but I see the finish line - well actually the starting line of my new lease on life! [emoji16][emoji15][emoji16][emoji15][emoji16]

New to this. I have my informational meeting in a couple weeks. I am just at a BMI of 40. I know I have to do the 6 months of doc visits/nutritional visits. What happens if I lose weight and go under 40?

It's April 5th in Lexington Ky at St Josephs Center of Excellence. She said it would be about 5 hours but didn't say what it consist of. Just said to be sure to eat and bring something to drink and $175 of the $350 program fee. I'm so excited!!! Wish me luck!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app

What to know if anyone is going to the same surgeon or hospital Iam going to . Iam currently doing the 6 month nutrition Working on my 3rd month now

Good morning folks, This is my first time posting and right now, I only have some minor questions (I believe). I am in month 3 of my physician monitored 6-month ordeal (waiting period). I'm getting all my tests and procedures wrapped up WAY ahead of time so that there is nothing pending and everything can get sent to the insurance after my 6-month appointment. I am a little nervous about whether I will be approved or not but my surgeon says I am a prime candidate for the Gastric Bypass because I have Diabetes Type 2, Gastroparesis, Macular Degeneration, severe neuropathy throughout my body, and I'm overweight. I am having trouble wrapping my head around the …

Has anyone else had any problems with BCN? Between BCN and my family doc this whole process is way more stressful than it should be......LOOSING MY MIND!

Hello everyone. I took my first step towards bariatric surgery today and registered for the information session. I am 27 years old weigh 270 lbs my highest of 280 and I am only 5 feet tall. I live in NH and will be doing it through Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. I have been debating surgery for years now. I have a few friends who have had surgery and have never regretted it and my doctor finally recommended me tok a weight and wellness center saying that she said most likely I would be a prime candidate for surgery. Anyone have any advice, suggestions, words of wisdom, etc. For someone just starting the journey? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Help I need help I have to lose 127lbs before my Dr even schedule my schedule. Where do I start? Sent from my SM-N900V using BariatricPal mobile app

Just got off the phone with my surgeons office. She submitted papers to insurance for approval on Monday and she say and still no answer I'm getting sick to my stomach over this I have anthem bcbs . is this a normal wait time?

I am on day 8 of my 14 day liquid diet and haven't had much issues sticking to the 3 shakes a day but the excess protein has got me super constipated. I drink at minimum 72oz of water daily. I am usually pretty regular and go easily and quickly but since being on the liquid diet, I am going several days without pooping (I have taken Miralax and today took MM) and when I finally can, its a long stressful, painful affair. I feel like giving birth to my three kids was easier. Any ideas of what else I can do to alleviate this?

I have uhc and online it says case number###### that status is anticipation admission anyone ever get that than approved??? Been waiting for this surgery for over 4 years!!!!!! If approved surgery is April 16!!!!!

Question- do mixing milk to my protein powder add more calories? Sent from my Z982 using BariatricPal mobile app

I start my liquid diet next month, and I am curious to know how this went with those who are pre-diabetic? I did a test run for myself this week and I was weak, off-balanced, and my vision was a little blurred. I'm not sure if this is because I'm pre-diabetic or if my body just went into shock! LOL! These are all things I will share with my surgeon before starting the liquid diet.

I started the program yesterday and I almost wish I could get my money back and forget I wanted to do this.. I want to change my life and be healthy.. But it sounds absolutely insane letting someone cut my stomach out.. What if I get stomach cancer one day and there's nothing they can do cause I already removed the majority of my stomach (my grandpop died from stomach cancer the second time he had it. They removed 90% of his stomach and he had dumping syndrome after). Or this dumping syndrome? How does anyone get adequate nutrition by barely eating? Are you starving your body? I want it, but I don't. If this is a good solution, why doesn't everyone do it? So many question…

I lost 16 of the 17 lbs needed before my surgery. (no surgery date yet, but I do have a consult with my surgeon next month). I have been taking Jardiance for the last month, which helped me to get OFF of insulin and helped me to lose the weight. Then when I tried to renew the script for another month, I get denied. they said it's too soon! So until they release it, I have to go back to insulin. I've already gained back 4 lbs. will this set me back with my surgery date?? I should get the jardiance again in about 1.5 wks. so I know i'll lose again. but this is killing me! I worked so hard to get it off and POW! Anyone else have issues with regaining some of t…

Well I'm here waiting on this seminar to begin. I was super excited driving here knowing this is finally the first step to the new and much improved me! I hope I get my first appointment soon after this. I am not a patient person at all. Something else I need to work on but just so excited!!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgery was support to be next Wednesday march 21 but today they cancelled because my insurance have change to blue croos shied so now they have to sent everything over to my new insurance to get approved to give me a date[emoji24] [emoji24] [emoji24] [emoji24] [emoji24] [emoji24] Sent from my Z982 using BariatricPal mobile app

How long after surgery can I take medication pills in whole instead of crushing them? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Have any of y’all ever had to get a second approval from the insurance company because of a changed surgery date? My surgery is approved for March 29 but I haven’t done the EGD yet and that’s scheduled for April 6th. When I talked to uhc today they said that the doctor will have to resubmit for approval of the new date and my doctors office won’t do that until after the endoscopy (April 6th). Is that normal?

I’ve been drinking the pre mixed Premier Protein for months with no issues. A few weeks ago, I tried the flavored Isopure water and it made me extremely nauseous. Now, every time I drink Premier Protein, I get the same nauseous feeling that lasts into the next day. Anyone else experience this? Not sure if it’s because I’m drinking it too fast. Will try drinking slower. I am pre-op.

I have a big impatience problem, I know. But this surgery is WAY TOO IMPORTANT for me to not be freaking out about how long it’s taking! My doctors office submitted my information to the insurance company on March 1. The insurance lady went on vacation and will be gone to June 1st. The office manager won’t answer her phone and won’t call me back. And the insurance company won’t tell me anything. From what I’ve read on here and other forums, uhc takes a few days to approve and some people have gotten approval in one day. It’s going on 9 days and still no approval!!!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/341461593034430/ I have created a support group for the April/May 2018 Surgery patients. I am looking for 2 admins who is willing to handle this page as it will you for you all to help each other.

Need recommendations of primary care physicians who are Bariatric surgery friendly in Denver!

I was wondering, if my insurance or surgeon requires a sleep apnea test, do i do that at home or do i have to stay overnight at the specialist? I have United Health Thanks so much!! Hope everyone is having a great day!!

Hi I've never posted but follow along with the post. I've been at this process for 7 months now. Today all my paperwork was submitted to insurance and I was told by my insurance company that it is already under nurse review and the last seemed surprised. She said I would hear back in 2 days. Im just wondering if this is good or bad. Im so scared I will be denied. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

In 5 days I start a 4 week liquid diet. I get 4 protein shakes a day and raw veggies only. I'm a little nervous but... mostly excited! Nervous because that's a long time of not eating a real meal... excited because I'm one step closer to surgery! Any tips for the liquid diet? I'm a little scared that I'll cheat. What helped you during this stage? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Has anyone here had their surgery at the cleveland clinic in Cleveland? If so, how long after insurance approval did you have to wait to get a surgery date? Sent from my LGL84VL using BariatricPal mobile app

I have visit #4 coming up on Friday of my supervised 6 month diet (UHC provider). I have been very strict on going exactly one month apart. Each time has been on the 22nd or 23rd of the month. I may need to push this months visit to the 30th of the month. My visits have been, Dec 22, Jan 22, Feb 23... Will March 30 cause an issue in the connective monthly visits since its a week later than the previous visits. I guess I could call the insurance company, but would love to know any real world experiences. Thank you!

I woke upthis morning on the verge of a panic attack. Yeah The Little Engine That Could feels like she's falling off her track. I reached out to another Bariatric program, went to their seminar, turned in my paperwork including a release of information form, signed up to be seen by their staff psychologist, but I don't know if I can stand waiting for the proverbial shoe to drop. What if these people don't like me either? Can I emotionally stand another rejection? Help me to stay this course, to patiently wait, today this ole cowgirl's got herself in a blue funk. Help me see light,in this situation.[emoji8][emoji8] Sent from my VS880PP using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi all, For those doing liquid diets or adding protein shakes to their regimen, I found what looks like a great deal. It's three bags of 2.2lb each of protein drink mix, or 120 total servings. It's 19g of protein, less than other powdered mixes, but only 2g of carbs. But the best part is that it's $30 total with free shipping and it comes in 24 different flavors, so you can get three different tastes. https://slickdeals.net/f/11370755-6-6lb-impact-whey-protein-30-free-shipping I searched the MyProtein brand here and there are lots of good things written about them. Edited to add: I just ordered the salted caramel, brownie batter and Boston cream pie.

I'm doing a revision surgery and found a doctor who's supposed to be amazing. (the dr who did my original surgery has since retired) He's the head of Bariatric surgery at the big University in my town and seemed very confident and gave me a positive vibe in his introduction videos. But find this new doctor's office and staff very strange. - First, I have yet to meet the guy, 1 month into appointments and tests (endoscopy, upper GI, psych, nutrition, etc). - I have only communicated once with the nurse practitioner. She never got back to me with any of the results of the tests and I had to call her for them. - The meeting with the nutritionist was a jo…

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