ladyperro2

I was having this issue pre surgery and end up having to be admitted to the hospital because I had muscle inflammation. I was not dehydrated or anything like that. Now 3 months post op i haven't experienced it much and im taking supplements that target muscle and nerves.
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Hi guys, Thanks for all of the info! I'm waiting for a call back.
@. and @lauriev. My situation was similar with the insurance company. After I received what I thought was the approval. I called them to confirm and they reminded me about the $5,000 bariatric deductible. Then they cover 100%. I also called the doctors office to inform them about my approval. I was told to call them because the insurance company will notify the patient first and it could take days or weeks for them to notify the doctor.
I have a co worker that had a procedure last April and she only paid $1300 out of pocket. Less than 30 days after her procedure she received a full refund from the doctors office. Not sure why and she didn't ask any questions. after some research, I found out that her surgeon doesn't have the best reputation, that's why I chose not to go that route.
@lauriev. My surgery is on a Wed. I'm super excited and its good to Know someone that has gone through the experience. I really appreciate it!

I also had my surgery on February 10th. Back at home now. I'm not in much pain but excited to get this journey started

I also had my surgery on February 10th. Back at home now. I'm not in much pain but excited to get this journey started

I also had my surgery on February 10th. Back at home now. I'm not in much pain but excited to get this journey started

It took less than 10days to get the letter in the mail. I probably could have found out sooner if I called them.

Well, she and I have the same surgeon, and I don't know what her experience was but I got the letter from the insurance company, called my insurance company to verify that it was an approval and then had to call the doctors office to tell them I had been approved so we could get the ball rolling. I don't know if they are just that busy or if they are slightly disorganized but the other thing I didn't know was that I got so many follow up visits as part of my surgery; I thought I would have to pay for those since they were all in the next insurance plan year and I was having to start my deductible all over.
I had a little bit of an idea on mine because I had talked to the other surgeon that gave me all that information up front. The only things they couldn't give me super accurate data on was the cost of the psych visit and the sleep study if needed because they had several vendors that provided services and your out of pocket to them would vary depending on who you chose. So, I knew pretty much the max I was going to have to spend out of pocket. I just didn't realize that I would have to pay it all at once.

I went to Willowbrook as well. It was awesome. I had my surgery on a Friday and it was so quiet. I walked all over that floor when they finally let me start moving around....wait till you get in pre-op and they put that blanket on you that blows the warm air - it was awesome!!!, I want one at home!!

My surgeon's office has an insurance coordinator who met with me on my very first appointment. She was able to look up my insurance information then tell me what my deductible would be and any out-of-pocket expenses. I knew this information from the very beginning so it baffles me that you are two weeks away and nobody has told you.

I have no deductible, so mine was a straight co-pay of $250. This included everything including the hospital stay and surgeon's fee. I paid it the day before surgery.
Every plan is different so you will want them to provide you with the bottom line before surgery, in order to avoid any last minute surprises.
Best of luck with your surgery. I definitely have zero regrets!

My hospital co-pay is a flat rate, I've not been told what I will owe my surgeon yet. The office said they will bill me when I asked them on Monday. My son had outpatient surgery not long ago and it cost an additional $200 for the surgeon. When I had my hysterectomy I think I paid $200, as well. I imagine it will be more for the bariatric surgeon, but then again, maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised and it won't be too much. I'm hoping at least!

My BMI is 51 and my insurance company does not require a supervised diet. I did my doctors visit, NUT and psych evaluation the week of Dec 2nd. approval came Dec 15th and my surgery was initially scheduled for Jan 20th

Thanks everyone! Good luck Nikki3. Jengarcia055, BCBSTX were great! When i finished my items it took less than 10 days for the approval to come in the mail.so I probably could have found out sooner if I called them.

Well I'm back!! 1 month post op and moving right along!
My 1 month post op appointment went very, very well today!! I'm on to soft foods for 1 week then on to regular foods on Christmas Eve!! Has anyone on regular foods had any issues with lettuce? I'm craving my salads bad!!
Oh and my stats! HW-238 SW-226 CW-208...Down 30 total!! — feeling motivated.
 

Pre-surgery pic 180 lbs. Size 16p
Post & goal pic 125 lbs. Size 0-2p
I weigh 122 now.

It sounds like that woman at your job needs a surgical procedure to remove her cranium from her rectum.

I was given a copy as well of everything that is required during the pre op phase.
Who is your surgeon in Texas?

That's awesome, congrats and good luck!

Checking in from Spring Tx. Had my revision from the Lapband to Sleeve surgery August 17th. Dr. Turnquest is my surgeon (love him & his staff). I'm doing great so far. Still low energy but feeling better every day.