abrinson889

I had my band removed one year ago. My surgeon would not do the revision at the same time, which I’m glad as I had complications. I am now 8 days post op with VSG! I really wish I would have went with this originally! Good luck to you.

My surgery was actually on my birthday, August 14th!

Congrats! I was banded today also. I am staying overnight in the hospital, just my surgeons protocol! I'm feeling pretty good but I do have gas pains in my chest and shoulders. Drinking water just fine and just some hello. Will keep on with updates because I love reading how other bandsters have handled things. Prayers going out for those having surgery tomorrow!

I read somewhere that flying did effect the band and it was best to stay on liquids only the day of flying and the day after. I'll flying next month.

My psych appointment was $150. She wasn't in my network so I had to pay out of pocket.

I screwed up! My surgery is on Tuesday and I ate some fish and broccoli tonight! I feel so awful and don't know what to do! I am supposed to be on liquid only and have done good for the last 2 Weeks but some thing happened tonight and I couldn't help myself. Do you think it will affect my liver to the point I won't be able to get banded?

Memorial Bariatrics is in Savannah. They have payment plans available.

Day 2 for me today! Good luck!

I'm on day 2 and not feeling so well either. I feel bloated and have a headache. I think it's just our Bodies adjusting. My surgery is August 14th, when is yours?

First day of liquid diet and I have a headache and hungry Does it get any easier?

I also have BCBS Federal and it took them exactly one week to approve. I called numerous times and one rep told me they go by the surgery date that is submitted , so those with dates sooner rather than later will be reviewed first.

Good luck and best wishes for a safe and speedy recovery!

I called everyday for four days. On the day I decided not to call ( on Friday), my surgeons office called to say I was approved. Funny, huh? It only took one week! Now waiting on surgery date! I'm so excited and nervous all rolled into one!

Thanks! I'm on pins and needles waiting!!

My surgeons office submitted all the paperwork Thursday afternoon for approval. How long should I wait before I start calling the insurance company?