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Hey guys!.. I'm asking because I';ve seen my nutritionist 3 times since the 22nd of April, an average of about once every ten days. My co-pays are 40.00 each time..and it's adding up.!..lol., add to this the fact that she's doesn't believe in the lap band-or any other type surgery- just good ol' willpower!(yeah, just my luck..) Well, I've lost 16 pounds and will probably lose another 20 before surgery. I'm not scheduled yet, but have been cleared by the psychologist and awaiting the gastro. Okay, I'll stop rambling.. How often/and for how long did you see your nutrionist? Also, does a nutritionist have any say in whether I get it or not. She's disappointed that I STILL(uh, yeah..lol.) want it.! I'm losing because they REQUIRE it, no? Thanks, guys!

Thanks SO much for the info (and congrats on your loss!!) Very reassuring! I know I see the Gastro next and half to undergo a few more tests(thankfully, I've had the same doctor/dr.s' office for over 15 years-they have records of every attempt..lol..) then it's off to the races! thanks again!

Okay! Hey guys:) I'm very excited, but I'll seriously try to keep it in check..lol.. Okay. I'm not sure if this query has been answered yet, but I was wondering how long it can take to get approved once you've met with the nutritionist (2nd meeting done-lost 9 pounds in 8 days- and blew her away) and just got the okay from the psychiatrist(yea!) I have Anthem Blue cross(california) which I've heard moves things pretty quick. Also, I can tell my nutritionist doen't really want me to do the Band-and I'm losing- does she have any say in whether or not I get the band?I mean, they put you on a diet, right? They want you to lose, right? Or am I just worrying for no reason? Thanks Lap band Fam!!!