Sweetjess602

I'm in Phoenix but just picked two that were closest to me. I just googled it. You're only probably going to see them one time each. Might as well find the cheapest one. My surgeon is Dr. Sprunger and it will be May 15th at st. Luke's as well.

It's normal. You're going to do awesome! Stay mind strong. You deserve it. I'm also the same current weight as you at 226 and my surgery is May 15. Good luck!!

Extra pair of underwear, flip flops and a pillow for the car ride home

Hi!! My surgery is May 13. I'm still smoking and surgeon won't do surgery if I'm still smoking! I've tried to quit. I'm so disgusted with myself! They will test for the chemical that remains in your system after smoking. I need help!! it's hard to be excited when I'm scared that I can't quit!!

So you lost 100lbs. On your own before surgery??

How long does your pain last if you eat too fast? Minutes or hours?

Hey, my surgery is May 13.

Great job. I can't give recommendations just yet as my surgery is May 13

Awesome!!!!

You don't happen to live in Kimball do you??

I am having surgery on Nov. 21st. I am clueless as to what I need to do to prepare prior to surgery. The obvious is cleaning the house, laundry, etc. I will find out more at my pre-op appointment on Nov. 10th; however, I'd like to know what you are doing to prepare, where are you purchasing your vitamins, your food ideas, stocking up on water, protein shakes, etc. I just have no clue of what I should be doing. Suggestions please?!?!

I was approved by Healthnet on Oct. 23! I was originally submitting with Care1st as my Primary Insurance and Healthnet as my secondary but I was incorrect. We had to switch my primary around and then resubmit, which only took 48 hours. My surgeons office (Dr. Sprunger) submitted to Healthnet on Oct. 8th and I got my approval on Oct. 23. I was super anxious and excited but now I'm scared as all get out!! I'd like to start a support group in person or via telephone if anyone is interested. I have NO support group right now because I'm not telling my family as they most likely won't approve. I'm in Phoenix, AZ. Please feel free to get in touch. My email is jessica.bullis@yahoo.com. My pre-op appt. is Nov. 10th and my surgery is Nov. 21 (so much for Thanksgiving food!)

@@Dabliss111114, let's keep in touch. I have no support system right now and my surgery is Nov. 21.

My surgery date for gastric bypass is Nov. 21st. Most of my caloric intake is Dr. Pepper and coffee!! I drink probably two 44oz. of Dr. Pepper every day and 2 mugs of coffee with creamer and sugar. I'm extremely nervous about cutting back my soda, but it needs to be done. I already have severe gastritis and Gerd and IBS, so cutting out caffeine will only benefit me.

Hey Everyone! I was approved today for gastric bypass surgery!! My surgery date is Nov. 21st. Pre-op appt. is Nov. 10th. Only a one week clear liquid diet. I'm nervous (about quitting smoking like right now, cutting out caffeine and eating healthier) Let's connect!!!! I'm excited. Phoenix Arizona here...I'll post before and during pictures soon. For now, I've just posted a before which is from last year so technically I'm smaller in this picture than I currently am.

I've been waiting for two weeks. My insurance is health net of AZ. Hope I hear something in the next two weeks because my deductible is already met and it will start over the 1st of the year!

Good news, you're on your way!!

I live in Phoenix and am waiting for insurance approval. In the meantime I want to get in touch with locals for support!

Hi guys. I'm in Phoenix and Dr. Sprunger's office just submitted to my insurance last Friday. Probably won't hear anything for a month or so. Would love to get in contact with you guys!!

Glad to hear the good news! I'm in Phoenix, AZ and using Medicaid (Care 1st) insurance. My surgeons office said they faxed everything last Friday and that they should start working on it Monday. Was told to expect about a 4 week (business days) wait before I hear anything. I'm super nervous about being denied but I try to forget about everything hoping that will make time go by faster. I just want to get this over with!!!

Glad to hear everything went well!

Phoenix AZ

FYI. AHCCCS in Arizona does cover bariatric surgery for medical necessity, depending on which insurance. I have Care1st and they cover it.

Best of luck to you! How exciting!!!