kathystrick

I have United Health Care for the mean time until May 31st and it covers for Lap-Band. But starting June 1st i have BCBS of TX. So Does BCBS of TX does Cover for Lap-Band Surgery?

All plans are different and just because they offer coverage doesn't mean your employer won't have an exclusion for it in their policy. The best way to find out is to contact your HR and see if they have a copy of the new policy and if not, call BCBS. Good luck!

Not a stupid question at all! It gets asked often enough to be in the FAQ section.LOL Here is the link: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f5/ticker-tutorial-pictures-41782/

This site is pretty user friendly if you aren't one to be afraid to click and see what happens.LOL And the amount of knowledge and support you can get is just overwhelming!

Usually, it's the insurance part that causes the most waiting. They have the hoops they want you to jump through, then they want to take their time getting back to you with approval! Just hang in there and it will all be over before you know it! Good luck and look forward to sharing your journey.

How are all of you doing on your food diaries? If one is actually supposed to be dieting but isn't, I am assuming one would have to lie about what they are eating? Hey, whatever it takes to get approval is what I say!!

The list keeps growing!

Am I going to be the lone bander on the 18th??

YAY kathy I am excited for you!!

Know u have been waiting on that!!

now u have an official countdown :biggrin:

Gratz

Thankg, Huggie Bear! I am so excited! Finally got to add a countdown ticker to my signature! :wink2:

You don't have to leave the site. If you are in the process of having WLS, that would be a mistake because you would lose out on a lot of valuable information and support. If you read something you don't like here, just leave the thread and let it be.

Catching up on this thread again and wanted to tell you I am still thinking about you BBK and hoping everything works out for the best for you! Thanks for keeping us updated. You look amazing!!

Congratulations on taking that first step towards better health. There is a load of information here, look around and learn all you can. If you have nay questions you can't find the answer to, please feel free to post them!

Your possible weight loss between now and September would depend on a lot of factors such as pre-op diet requirements, exercise program, and your body's natural rate of weight loss.

Congratulations!! I know you are thrilled. Please keep us posted on your progress and good luck!

I'm going along with IndioGirl on this one - I think in this one of those cases where PC comes into play. The men may simply be afraid of how you (or others) would take it if they were overheard saying something. Some people are very sensitive about possible sexual harassment issues and there are women in this great PC society of ours who would find any such comment offensive. Personally, I will eat up ANY compliment, from men or women. NOTICE ME!!!! TELL ME I'M LOSING WEIGHT AND LOOKING GOOD!!!! :biggrin: :wink2:

Hi JimmyJames! What a great attitude you have! How did things go with the doctor today?

Sorry you are having to go through this struggle. Let us know how things turn out.

My doctor is Benjamin Tribble of the Weight Management Center through Palmetto Health Baptist Hospital. If you need the address and all, let me know and I'll PM you. I also have the contact info for the Behavioral Care Nurse Coordinator who runs their support groups if you would like that too.

I have BCBS of Georgia and had no 6 month diet requirement. I don't see why you couldn't go ahead and start it though. The only way it might not be advisable is if you are so close on the BMI range that you could possibly go below 40 (if you have no comorbidities) before seeing your surgeon.

Check with your doctor's office and see what weight they use. Your worry could be alleviated with one simple phone call. Good luck!

Well everyone I got good and bad news the good news is I completed everything except my heart clearence I went to South Carolina heart center and seen Dr. Grainger he did a EKG and he told me I had some adnormality on the test and wants me to have a stress test done before I get a clearence. :biggrin::wink2: So everyone please pray for me !!!!! LORD GOD I hope nothing is wrong. I go tomorrow to get my stress test done and I will keep every one posted on the results. And if everything is good I will go to the next step and consult with the Dr. and then get my surgery date :hand:

Hi Jason! How did the stress test go today? Hope everything moves through quickly and easily for you, with no complications. Keep us posted and good luck!

Good for you! How is the weight loss going so far?

I bought one for $1 from the drug store. It's nothing fancy, just a plastic cup with measurements on the side and one of those domed snap on lids with a pour cap, but I have never had any trouble getting my Protein Powder to mix up smoothly with it.

To get your pic under your name, go to user CP and click on edit avatar. If you scroll all the way to the bottom, there will be places to link to a pic from another site and upload one from your computer.

Welcome to LBT and good luck!

Hi and welcome to LBT! Hope your approval moves through quickly and without any bumps. Keep us posted on your progress and good luck!

Hi and welcome to LBT! Being comfortable with your surgeon is very important in this process. You were wise not to compromise on that point just to make your PCP happy. The waiting is the hardest part of the whole process. Check the USA support threads, they are broken down by states and there are LOADS of other Texans floating around here. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!

Hi and welcome to LBT! This site is full of information and support. If you can't find an answer, feel free to post your question and we'll all be glad to help you out. Good luck!

Thanks for the post. I have not been banded yet and although my husband has said that he wants whatever I want I know that he is having problems with the idea. The first time we discussed it he said that we have such a perfect life that he hated to see it change. When I ask him what he meant, he said we will never be able to go out for a wine and candle lit dinner. I told him that I did not think that was true I would have to just drink and eat less. Even tho I do believe what I told him the thought still sticks in my mind and I wonder if that is true. What is it like after 3 or 4 years? Any thoughts you can share or places I can look to help understand long term life with the band?

My husband was less than receptive of the idea of me getting a band at first too, for basically the same reasons you have expressed. I tried to explain to him that it isn't like that with the band, but he didn't really get it until he went to an appointment with me and heard it straight from the PA. He has also realized that by my being more healthy, we will be able to engage in activities other than eating to spend time together because I will be able to do more physically and won't get tired so fast. Remember, you are doing this for yourself, not your DH. Good luck and I hope things go well for you!

Hi and welcome to LBT! Congratulations on your success with the band and thanks for sharing your story!