Mommie4

wow,just saw this! soooooo inspiring since Im so close! just got one appointment then we see what insurance says. I hope I lose that fast. did you do things your way or follow guidelines by the book?? did you hit the gym asap? you look wonderful and doesn't look like you have much loos skin either, congrats!!

Mine was also about 2 hours - questions about my history and a lot of tests. My psych said that she has never said "No - never" to anybody as far as their surgery goes, but she has suggested that people slow down until they resolve some issues. The way I see it is that even though I want the surgery - like RIGHT NOW, if the psych finds something that causes her concern regarding my readiness for surgery, that I should trust her professional judgement. I don't know the results yet - I have a follow up appt on Aug 22nd where I get to go over the entire psych evaluation with her. She said it will be about 7 pages long.

just found out that my psych eval is only $255....phewww!! NUT is $275...guess I will see if insurance pays any of it.

WHAT???? OMG I hope they let you make payments and don't expect it upfront!! Insurance doesn't cover any of it??

Surgery at 10:30 tomorrow morning! Praying for speedy recoveries to all the other 8/15'ers!

It is pretty much why do you want the procedure and what have you done before in regards to weight loss. They will ask the standard questions too like are you depressed, do you have any substance abuse issues, does anyone in your family etc. They just need to make sure you are in the right frame of mind. Just because you are going through a divorce and have normal feelings surrounding that, they are not going to fail you.

Wow mine was for about 45 minutes
I was able to pick my own psychiatrist. Basic questions about me knowing the dangers, if I've ever been depressed or under therapy before. I lied. And passed. Lol. Don't worry about that evaluation. You'll do fine. It's really easy. Keep your eyes on the doctor and never look down when answering questions. Never let them know you're intimidated.

thank you!! that def makes me feel better. I know I should get a sleep apnea test but all these appointments are killing me financially and that test isn't cheap. if I get denied then I will do it, but im gonna see what happens first without it. my kids are so supportive and happy for me, they are worried about me changing but I said it will be a change for the better, I will be happier! I am so excited for this month to be over. Im hoping it doesn't take uhc long to let me know, I want the surgery this year!!! lol
And it can def happen this year! I know what you mean about dr appts. I go in Monday and this week, I had to re-lab, x-ray, ekg! Glad when Sunday eve is here! LOL. Best of luck

I am wishing for a smooth outcome lol. I have my 5yr weight history, all but two more appoints are done, blood work and EKG done, and trying not to lose even one pound because I guess Im right at the border line with my BMI, if it gets lower (under 40) then I have to have comorbidities (which I do not have). but I am still 250lbs and ready to start this new year coming as a healthier, happier, skinnier me!!

thank you!! that def makes me feel better. I know I should get a sleep apnea test but all these appointments are killing me financially and that test isn't cheap. if I get denied then I will do it, but im gonna see what happens first without it. my kids are so supportive and happy for me, they are worried about me changing but I said it will be a change for the better, I will be happier! I am so excited for this month to be over. Im hoping it doesn't take uhc long to let me know, I want the surgery this year!!! lol

I too have UHC (Hoping that means United Healthcare :-)), but was approved. I started this journey late last year with classes and finally found a surgeon who accepted my insurance. Everyone has been great. While my labs reflected hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, I don't have official diagnoses of either. Best of luck to you. I'm sure all will be fine. Just do your research and make sure you fight every step. Shouldn't be too strenuous if your docs are in your corner. They have a great way of making your paperwork look good!

I have UHC.. And I have no co-morbidity's and I got approved. Wishing you the best of luck!

Hello, I am 36 yrs old, 5'6 and pushing it real close to 250lb. Bmi is of 40. I dont have any comorbidities, that i know of. Maybe sleep apniea, but havent been tested. People dont think i need the surgery because Im "tall" they dont think Im that over weight. Well if i qualify, and so far I do, then Im gonna have it! After 4 kids and mentally abusive relationships, my weight has gotten out of control, i havent been big my whole life, just since my late 20s. I am on my last three appts., the nut, physical theropist, and phsyc evaluation. Have them all scheduled for this month so I guess I should know something by next month sometime!!

Oh ya definatly! Ive seen the mexico add on the web. Havent looked into that because I cant afford the airfair. And I was also worried about follow ups. I have illinois state med. And checking into surgeons here. Im not putting it down at all having it done in mexico. You are right, there are horror stories everywhere when it comes to any kind of surgery. Good luck with yours! I would be excited also. Ive just begun my journey and im already excited, knowing I could be shot down by insurance, but keeping posative!