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I had my first consultation on Monday/nutrition counseling. I am now waiting for the Psych referall. I have to complete 3 more nutrition counseling sessions and get my Dr. to write a note stating I have not smoke in 6 months or been treated for substance abuse in the last year in order to get Fed BCBS to pay for everything. The Patient Advocate told me I was looking at about $3K out of pocket. Hoping to have the surgery by Sept (assuming a quick insurance approval)...I wanna go on my 7 day cruise in November, if possible! All in due time...patience is a virtue I have not yet learned.

The Patient Advocate spoke with me about my history of trying to lose weight, discussed my insurance requirements, took measurements/weight, watched the lap band video while waiting, discussed the lap band, got the lap band book and then I had my first nutrition counseling along w scheduling the next month visit. I have to complete 3 additional counseling prior to the surgery and they put in an order to get my medical history. Now, I am just waiting on the psych referall appointment.

Ugh I can so relate to you! I got all my stuff in and done last week, just waiting on paperwork from psych eval. My surgery coordinator is on vacation this week and won't be back to submit anything until the 29th. Waiting for extra things to be done even before insurance submittable is frustrating. I try to look at it as it will all happen the way it suppose to. hang in there!

Just Checked my health insurance on line I was approved June 5th is a go and everything is paid for!! I am on my way and I am so ready! My boss approved my days off work so I can heal and I am so excited!! A Divorce and Weight Loss in the same month!! All Men better watch out can I will no longer have health problems or taking medication around the clock for health reason's. I am going to be fearless!! fearless Fearless I can't wait jumping out my skin!! Pre-op diets starts tomorrow!!! I'm going to work this diet like no ones business!! Thanks you God!! Now watch over me and keep me as the apple of your eye! In Jesus Name Amen!!! Tears of Joy!!!

Just following up..I did change from Standard to Federal BCBS Basic!! I hope it works out ok. Also, I received my approval YAY! I'm scheduled to get my band Jan 17th..What a great way to start the New Year!! and so far I'm required to pay $300 I'm about to call and find out my co-pay for the hospital.