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I had my procedure scheduled for 4/2/07 as we awaited approval from ins. company. I was told today by my surgeons office that the insurance will only cover the procedure with a six month documented weight loss program through the MD's office. I am sooooo disappointed but I guess things happen for a reason and now I just have more time to prepare for the lifestyle change while attempting to drop some weight in the process. Has this happened to anyone else??

I found out this week that my surgery will be on 4/2 with Dr. Richi in WTBY. I am excited but very nervous at the same time. Any words if wisdom??

I found out this week that my surgery is scheduled for 4/2. I am excited but really nervous at the same time. I am 5'8" currently at 336. I am only down 8lbs. since 11/06. Any advice on how to prepare over the next 6 weeks, words of wisdom, etc?

Hi! just waiting for ins. approval everything else is done. I am hoping for approv. by March. That was my original goal anyway.

My surgery has not been scheduled yet. I can not wait!! Dr. Richi will be doing my procedure at St. Mary's in WTBY.

Has anyone had the bandding done by Dr. Richi? My surgery has not been scheduled as of yet and I have been impressed thus far. Any feedback?