SinCityGal

Hi everyone, Can anyone from the Vegas area recommend a Lap Band Surgeon? I've attended Dr.Tengs seminar & I will be attending Dr. Atkinsons tomorrow. Any advice or recommendation would be really helpful. Thank you!

Hi Jerbear, How long ago did you have your surgery? Which Tricare do you have? Thx!

I go again on tuesday, I hope to start getting those appointments! Thank you!

I'm just at a 38 BMI with a few co morbs & not taking any meds for them! I'm going through my 6 mo process right now & don't want it to be a waste!

I'm in the same situation! I really like the surgeon BUT, the office manager.....NO BUENO!

Congrats! So happy for YOU & thanks for sharing!

Hi Gabrielle, What made you decide on Dr. Atkinson? Did you ever meet Dr.Teng? My insurance doesn't cover the sleeve as well! You said that you're not looking forward to the follow up care....you mean the fills? Thanks for responding!

Hi Las Vegas Peeps! Who was your surgeon & how did you make your decision? Thank you!

Sending you lots of well wishes.....although you won't need them!

Jason, So happy for you! Thanks for sharing.....I needed this today!

That's so AWESOME, way to go!

Puppypaws, how long ago did you have your surgery?

Thanks for responding, really appreciate it!

No, I don't think so. That's what you had & got your approval?

Does anyone know what would be considered a comorbidity for Tricare other than the ones listed on their site? I saw the surgeon today & he doesn't think insurance will cover me. He said that my high cholesterol won't count due to me not being prescribed meds for it! He also said no to my PCOS as well! Any info would be greatly appreciated, Thanks!

I'm a Newbie...thanks for posting this! I love your positive attitude, Thank You!

That's great! How long did it take you to get the restriction? Have you had any 'stuck' episodes? They sound frightening... BUT, I'm so ready to start living!

Awesome! How do you like having the Lap band? How did you feel after surgery?

Thanks for the link, Carolina girl! Did you have a Dr. that was in network? The surgeon I want is out of network. Were you an outpatient? Sorry, I have a ton of questions & I'm so nervous about getting approved! Thanks so much!

Mjv013- Congrats on baby #1! Pool Diva- Congrats on your weight loss....Amazing! Thanks ladies!

Hi everyone! I'm a newbie & I would like to ask a few questions. I have Tricare West/ standard & would like to know roughly how much out of pocket to expect? Also, is Tricare pretty tough to work with? Getting anxious & I meet with the surgeon monday! Thank you.