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surgery cancelled/postponed!
rking replied to Shakti's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
with any surgery I have ever had they made it clear that I could have any signs of 'sickness' or the surgery would not happen. I am so sorry that happened to you. Get on the phone and get that surgery scheduled. Tell them to make it soon!!!! -
Great news! I can't wait to feel rested!!! I'm not looking forward to the endoscopy either. It's the IV part I dread.
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I dread my sleep study! Actually it is the cpap I dread wearing. I am getting mine in September. I'm sure I have sleep apnea. I am tired all the time. Just think though, when we lose a lot of weight we probably won't have to wear it anymore!!
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It seems like forever!!!!! I am in my three month pre surgery insurance stuff. In month two. Do lots of reading and have questions ready for him!
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Did anyone feel pressure by surgeon to so bypass instead of sleeve
rking replied to Mayastone's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I, myself, am in the process of getting approved for the sleeve. My sister had the RNY 3 years ago and she wishes now she had the sleeve instead. She and I both take several different medications and I did NOT want to fight malabsorption. She really struggled with malabsorption. She had no idea how much medication her body was really getting. I personally NEVER even considered the RNY. Good luck with your adventure and I agree with the reply above, about getting another opinion from another surgeon. -
Be thankful hahaha. I have to jump thru hoops to get approved. Plus a $5000 copay
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Is it Aetna? I have trs Aetna.
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Uncertain about surgery
rking replied to goin4change's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Because my insurance requires a $5000 co pay for bariatric surgery, which I have not yet had, I will be paying a lot of money for it. For me, that fact alone motivates me to follow the rules exactly. Also, when that time comes, I will be asking myself, which is more important to me, my kids and future grandkids, or this bite of ice cream??????? Keep your motivation in front of you. -
It totally depends on BCBSs policies (the small, tiny, details) I have TRS Aetna and I had to call them and have them show where to look exactly. I have to do like 6 things, see a nutritionist for 3 months, have a supervised exercise regimen, and other stuff. I have to follow it exactly, as you do. Give them a call and actually look at it in writing. I was completely overwhelmed with the wording and how much I had to do... but I analyzed it several times and then I was ok with it Good luck!!
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I have been convinced for three months to have lapband. Since I listened to my surgeons seminar, I am seriously considering the sleeve. I am 224 lbs, 5'4, and am diabetic and have high blood pressure. Will you tell my why you chose the sleeve? Why should I choose it over lapband? Thank you in advance for your replies
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3 WEEKS & I AM SO VERY NERVOUS !
rking replied to MissRobin's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What, exactly, makes you nervous? The surgery itself? Try focusing on the positives. Think of the weightloss you will have and how great you will look and feel? I have really just started the process and have decided on the sleeve rather than lapband. It makes me a little nervous, too. I think I am afraid to fail. We can both get through this and will! I have read many great stories about how great people felt right after surgery, so many not having nausea or vomitting or hardly any pain or discomfort!!!!! -
I did quite a bit of research on Dallas Clinics. My insurance is Aetna and I have a $5000 co pay. Yes, $5000. I actually live in west Texas but all the in network doctors are in Dallas and Houston. I am using Dr. Victor Gonzalez. They are really helping me out on the co pay, reducing it to $2000. However, I have to have a sleep study and an endoscopy. He is very thorough. It is hard to say what I will pay until insurance approves. I think the final price for me will be about $8000. What is the price for Nicholson Clinic? I have seen $9000 out there somewhere but I dont remember who.
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Please keep us posted. Hang in there!!!!! you can do it!
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Multi-Disciplinary Surgical Prep Regimen
rking posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My insurance is TRS Aetna and the require a multi disciplinary surgical prep regimen. Has anyone run into this? I am ok with the consultation with a dietician and decreased calorie diet (dietician can help with that too), but who in the heck does a behavior modification program? Where can I get that? I have to start on an exercise regimen, supervised by an exercise therapist or qualified personnel. Who would do this? I dont want to pay anymore money that I have to. Can my general doctor do it? I do not want to be denied coverage. Any help is appreciated! -
Multi-Disciplinary Surgical Prep Regimen
rking replied to rking's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know who I want to use and have been in contact with them. She has hooked me up with a nutritionist. I do need to talk to her again and find out if the surgeon can do the rest. My only issue is that I live 5 hours away. That is the closest in network doctor. It is ridiculous! I wanted to do all I could locally to keep from traveling so much; that is why I feel so overwhelmed I think. Which surgery did you have and how are you doing with it? -
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