kath133n

This is a tough situation and I truly feel for you. I was originally supposed to have the surgery in november and 5 days before surgery my insurance company denied it. Turns out the doctors office forgot to send in some paperwork and it was later on approved for January. What I'm saying is it is completely possible for a doctors office to mess up, but at this point it's highly unlikely. Most surgeons have a general list of insurance that covers the surgery so they would have informed you up front if your insurance company was not one of them. I would really fight for this one - I had to, and won. Do your own research on the insurance see if it's really not covered or if they are giving you the run around. If its not - the problem lies within the doctors office. Good luck!!! Kathleen

Ami - I had my surgery on January 11th, and I had my first fill on feb. 24th.. Like you I got 3.5 cc in a 10 cc band. I ALSO lost 30 pounds from pre diet up until now, and I'm hitting a plateau. It sucks. I know how it feels but you have to keep the faith! There are so many success stories, that ours are bound to start sooner than later. I have to wait 6 more weeks for my next fill and I have no restriction right now, do you? Good luck! Keep on keeping on! Kathleen