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Celticgirl, I heard the same thing about Aetna. The only thing I can say is try not to worry before it's time. It's a waste of good energy. I will keep my fingers crossed for you. I promise I will check back with you if I don't hear anything. :thumbup:Take care and stay positive.

Celticgirl, Everyone is different to a degree. It depends on your personal history. My history was morbid obesity for most of my adult life. I have a family history of it on my father's side. I was prediabetic, I had a pulmomary embellism and was put on coumidan. I had acid reflux for almost 20 years, high blood pressure, etc. My ability to lose weight went to a very slow crawl and finally when I did my last diet with Nutrisystem I actually gained weight after the first month. My body was rebelling. My qualifications was to be at the minimum of 100 pounds overweight along with everthing I just mentioned. The testing was fast and furious and I was afraid I would be turned down. But I did everything they asked me to do in record time. I was motivated and it showed. I think that showed when Aetna approved me so quickly. It sounds like you are doing what you need to do. Don't despare. You will make the insurance approval. Have faith. When the doctors ask you to do testing jump on it and make the first available appointment. It all helps. Let me know what happens.

I'm sorry I forgot the phone number for Dr Johnell. 970-378-4433.

I went thru the Greeley Medical Center and Dr. Johnell. His group is wonderful and they be able to help you.

I take upcal with vitamin d in powder form twice a day. I get it from the hospital and the cost is about the same as Oscal. What is nice is that I can mix it in anything. There is no taste to it. My multi vitamin is now Barriatric Essentials that I ordered from Nashua Nutrition. It's a good vitamin in gel pill form. The delivery time is about 4 days and my doctor said it was a good vitamin to take

You have lost weight. Maybe not the amount you were hoping for but you have lost. Everyone is different. When you husband's ins kicks in, get to a doctor and have a complete blood workup done. I'm sorry you are having trouble but try to keep an open, upbeat mind. It'll come.

This is truely amazing. You two look awsome! Congrats :whoo:

I just tried a orange mocha frappacino skinny today. Tastes like one of those chocolate oranges. Yummy!

I can already see that I will need to have my arms and neck worked on. My neck won't be that bad but I've never liked the way it looked. But my upper arms are showing signs of being loose even with exercising. I've lost 62 pounds in 4 months and have another 100 or so left to lose and I exercise everyday. It's just something for me to be prepared for.

Hello to the Colorado newbies. I live in Pierce which is east of Fort Collins and north of Greeley. 4 months post op and down 62 pounds. You will love this site. People are really helpful and you do learn alot.

Puddin, I just saw your surgery pics. You are beautiful! Great job.

Conniesueb, thanks for the words of encouragement. I feel much better and am looking ahead for this Wednesday. I went garage sale shopping with my best friend and it really helped to take my mind off of things. It was a good day and we managed to find her a nice sofa for her new apartment for only $45 at the Greeley Salvation Army. And no it wasn't trashy at all. The fabric was in really good shape the springs and cushions were still firm.All and in all it was a lot of fun.

I know that I have only been on this site once to introduce myself but I thought I would but in. I have my 4 month weigh in and fill this wednesday the 13th. A little nervous. Not about the weigh in. I'm always excited about that. I saw my pa on wednesday this week and because of a stomach bug I could not get a fill. I'm just worried that they won't give me a fill this coming week. I know it's silly to think that. I guess I'm having a moment. I hope everyone here in Colorado is doing well.

I can let you know in about 3 days as I'm going for another fill on Wed (6/06). Right now I am feeling some restriction so I don't know how much more they will fill me.

I happen to love refried beans. For more protien I'll add a little bit of mozzeralla cheese and some Pace taco sauce for spice. This will keep me full without having to snack. My PA has said this is an acceptable meal if eaten in the right amounts