angelpantz

While you are waiting for your approval do not be afraid to call your insurance 2-3 times a week. Don't be a pest but keep on them. I found out on 9/22 that I was denied because I called them. I wouldn't not have found out until 10/2 if I would have just waited for the letter. So since I already knew a second letter has been submitted and they have now requested additional information. Out of the 4 things that they have requested 2 of them are done and the other 2 will be done Monday night, 10/6. It is so worth calling them. (I also keep a call log)

Just thought I would share.

While you are waiting for your approval do not be afraid to call your insurance 2-3 times a week. Don't be a pest but keep on them. I found out on 9/22 that I was denied because I called them. I wouldn't not have found out until 10/2 if I would have just waited for the letter. So since I already knew a second letter has been submitted and they have now requested additional information. Out of the 4 things that they have requested 2 of them are done and the other 2 will be done Monday night, 10/6. It is so worth calling them. (I also keep a call log)

Just thought I would share.

Thank you! That helps!

Anyone have some examples of Post-Op daily food intake examples? Trying to get an idea of what is "ok"

thank you for the wonderful advice. After hearing what you guys have said it sounds like it is really no big deal. I am getting so excited. Cant wait!

How are you doing Alexandra?

wonderful! Thank you! It just feels strange that I have to take a psych exam so I am a little nervous. I'm not nuts just tired of being fat!

very cool! Thank you! This is the kind of stuff that I need. I have a psych exam on monday the 6th. Any one know what that's like?

Did anyone's insurance require a list of weight loss attempts? Mine is and I don't even know where to start. Does anyone have an example to can use? I am not good with words. PLEASE HELP!

Congrats Tash!

We are all behind you Alex!

What was the hardest thing you had to adjust to after you were banded?

I am in the very early stages of trying to get approved for the band so it is all I can think about.

Originally posted by lmtorb

Hi--Before I was banded, I suffered from low blood sugar a few times a week. After banding, I haven't had a single episode! The reason?? I have cut WAY back on carbs and have increased my Protein. The Protein takes longer to break down than carbs and helps me maintain a more steady blood sugar level. I also have LOTS more energy and feel WAY better than before when I was eating carb after carb after carb. I also make sure I have a high protein snack with me during the day "just in case". If I start feeling pretty hungry between meals, I eat it to avoid wolfing down my food at the meal later and paying dearly for it! I DO still eat carbs.....not doing Atkins by any means.....but just am sure I eat the protein first as recommended by my nutritionist. It really does work!! Good luck to you!!

Thank you! I am in the process of trying to get approved by my insurance to get banded. My insurance sounds like they will do it! Fingers crossed! I do have problems with low blood sugar a couple of times a week as well so it sounds promising that it shouldn't get worse if I take care of myself.

Has anyone suffered from low blood sugar after banding? And if so was it worse? What were you able to do in order to help control it?

Originally posted by SeattleCindy

dr oh is a great doctor. He's a very good surgeon and I have another friend who was banded by him a week before me. He doesn't talk very much but is thorough enough to make sure you are okay and doing well. He asks all the important questions and will help you through everything and his office manager sherry is very sweet. All the girls there will take good care of you. Let me know that status ..how you are doing and all that.. Will be in touch and let me know when you find anythign out. If you want to email me personally my email is everylilwhisper@aol.com

Take care,

Cindy:cool:

Thanks for the info. I am so worried that I will be turned down. I am feeling a little guilty. Feels like I am giving up. Yet I am excited and hope that I don't get turned down.

Originally posted by SeattleCindy

dr oh did my surgery in federal way. My insurance covered 80 perecent. They also pay 80 percent on my fills. Which is lucky...

When is your surgery date or do you have one yet?

No i am very new to this. Have thought about it for a long time but just started asking questions and looking into it yesterday. How happy were you with Dr. Oh and do you know of any other patients? I am schd for the orientation next Friday. Nervous. My insurance today said that this surgery is approved by them often so I may have a good chance. We will have to see.... keeping fingers crossed.

Hi Cindy! Who did your surgery? Did your insurance cover it?

Welcome!

Originally posted by SeattleCindy

Hi Im cindy from federal way. I had surgery back on january 28th of this year. I am down 70 pounds and hoping it will keep going.. Glad to see so many from washington.. Good luck everyone

Cindy

Hi! I am also from Washington (maple valley) and have recently been considering the lap band. I fluctuate between 250 and 215. I work out 5 days a week doing strength training and used to do a lot of cardio but have cut down on that in the last 3 months. I seem to get no where. My muscles have developed nicely but really no large fat loss. I am curious about your surgery. What kind of doctor does this surgery? How much did it cost you approx? Did any of your insurance cover it? Who was your doctor? Would you recommend them? Help! I really want to do this but need to convince my husband that the cost is worth it.

stats:

5'5", 32 yrs old, married no children (don't want any) between 215-250 lbs.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.