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LAP-BAND Patients
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I had my surgery yesterday. I also had a hiatal hernia and the pain is about a 5 when you move.
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I can not wait to be banded. My insurance denied me 2 weeks ago so now I am collecting alot of data and medical history. The only thing I do not have is a 6 month history of dieting. I am from Austin and willing drive to see Dr. Spivak. I just trust him.
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I have been denied and I do not know what to do. For me this is depressing. I have decided to appeal. Does anyone have an example of an appeal letter?
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What are you suppose to eat in a normal day? What items should you have in the home when you get home from surgery?
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I went to Dr. Spivak seminar this pass Wednesday and thought he was great. I traveled from Austin because I read so many good things about him. Before I left the office I decided to have bypass surgery but on the long trip home I changed my mind. (wanted lap band) I can't see me having my stomach cut. I have so many questions to ask. I hope in the upcoming days they will be answered.