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Dawnie Doo

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  1. Posted

    Congrats Dawnie Doo. I also have Aetna. I've been approved for VSG as early as July. I've 2 visits with the surgeon & nutritionist. I have my next visit in early June & I'll get my date then. So far I'm down 14 lbs. since 4/13.

    That's great! Keep me posted on how things go.

    Dawnie_doo

  4. Posted

    @Dawnie_doo. I have i feel like eno one wants to tell me anything the reps from aetna always say i dont have any other info besides its in review. Ugh

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    Ugh! That's frustrating. It took me about 6 days. There's a lot to review. I just had to be patient. They will call when it's time. Let me know how things go.

    Dawnie_doo

  5. Posted

    Im in NY (idk) if it matters i had my paperwork sunmitted 5/3 to aetna and i have called everyday and nothing yet. I am so nervous i need this apprived BMI is 59 so idk y they would see just that and aprove me !! Idk im getting frustrated. ????

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    I say call your doctor and check on the status. Better yet, call Aetna directly.

    Dawnie_doo

    @dawnie_doo have you met with the new surgeon yet? I just finally got my approval this morning , they didn't give me any details so guess that means the surgeon /facility is ok I was nervous that since they are out of state I may have a issue.

    I meet with the new surgeon on 5/20.

    Dawnie_doo

  8. Posted

    Omg I think since you're approved and they sent your chart over you'll be good to go the only thing is I'm sure you have gotten used to the idea of one person performing the surgery and now you have to change gears

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    Exactly Smh Ugh!

    Dawnie_doo

  9. Posted · Edited by Dawnie Doo

    Happy day. My insurance finally saw the light and approved me. I feel like I have won the war. I am so excited to start this new life. One step closer. Now I am just waiting on a date. I can't believe it is really going to happen.

    Congrats! I'm excited for you! I was just told today by Aetna that my surgeon and affiliated hospital aren't one of their preferred IOQ facilities, even though they're in network. Otherwise I would've been approved. Apparently there's extra requirements for bariatric surgery under my plan. Smh So my appt with new surgeon is set for May 20th.

    Dawnie_doo

  10. Posted

    I think I'm driving the people crazy I have called them every day since the paperwork was submitted it's been pending everyday yesterday I finally got a tracking number so I'm guessing they're actually looking at it now. When did you find out about your approval?

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    I found out about it today. I have to go through another hospital and another surgeon. They already submitted my chart to the new surgeon. My appt is on May 20 th. Hopefully there's no more testing because it's all done. If so they will have to approve things all over again!

    Dawnie_doo

  11. Posted · Edited by Dawnie Doo

    @ have you called to confirm that Aetna received your request ?

    So, Aetna just decided to share that they have special IOQ facilities, and the hospital I'm going through isn't one of them, even though they're in network! Ugh! Smh I'm approved, just not through that hospital! Smh

    @@pickrere

    Dawnie_doo

  12. Posted · Edited by Dawnie Doo

    Ii dont know about you all in the uk but over here in the US they have these skin tightening wrap things.... some people swear by them. worth checking into!

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    Yes. They actually do work! I've used it before. This is the link for the wraps I used...

    http://www.myitworks.com/shop/product/111/

    Dawnie_doo

  14. Posted

    This article describes my experience with RNY gastric bypass surgery. I am 3 years post-op. http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery.pdf

    I basically told everyone about my surgery, even strangers on the street. In general their reaction fell into two categories. They were either curious or supportive. I think the reason why many do not tell others is because of their past battles with dieting. They tell others about their diet and receive praise. They lose weight and receive praise. They eventually stop dieting, gain the weight back and fell GUILT.

    I found RNY surgery to be different. After surgery I completely lost my appetite. I did not find it difficult to lose weight when hunger is not constantly, continually gnawing at my bones.

    Is there anything I would do differently? No, I am happy with my decision.

    Thanks for your encouragement! I look forward to reading your article.

    Dawnie_doo

  15. Posted

    I'm only 3 weeks post op at this point, but I can tell you I wish I would have listened to my doctors years ago and had this done. I also am diabetic, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, high triglycerides, beginning of diabetic retinopathy and beginning of kidney disease. My diabetes is under excellent control right now, I'm losing weight which should help with the cholesterol, trigs, apnea and help avoid further damage to the kidneys and eyes. I always thought it was so extreme to have weight loss surgery. Now that I've done it, I shake my head in disbelief. It was not bad at all! I'm down almost 30 pounds since pre-op diet, and my eating and hunger are very controlled.

    If I could go back about 5 years, I'd do this again in a heartbeat knowing what I know now.

    Congrats to you! I can completely identify. Thank you for sharing your experience.

    Dawnie_doo

  16. Posted

    Hello all,

    I'm pre-op...actually waiting for the word of approval from Aetna any day now. I admit that the sleeve was my first choice. However, when I heard about the chances that the acid reflux could worsen I quickly went with the bypass. I'm reluctant because I've known 2 people that have died after weight loss surgery. So, naturally my brain is racing. Yet, at the same time, the reality is that my current health isn't great and if I keep on the same path it's definitely not good. My surgery is more for the medical issues (Diabetic, BP, high cholesterol, etc), then weight loss. I'm at the moderate level according to my surgeon. I just want to move forward with a healthier life!

    What are some words of wisdom, experiences,positives and negatives that some of you have experienced? Is there anything that you would have done differently?

    How was your support system? I've only told a select few. I'm excited about this opportunity, but I don't want the naysayers to bring me down. People already can tell that I've lost a few pounds (in preparation for the surgery)...and they are already saying things like "don't lose too much weight...you don't wanna look sick". Well, I'm like...I AM SICK!!! Smh It's so frustrating. I mean, I have my good and bad days with health. It could be worse...but it could also be much better.

    Thoughts? Comments?

  20. Posted

    So glad I found this post. My last appointment was 4/29 Aetna received my paperwork 5/2 im waiting . Thanks for the info @@pickrere here I was starving myself before every visit case I as told by Aetna that not one lb could be gained

    I was doing the same thing. Still 2 lbs of Water weight Smh I feel your pain. Dr told me that my paperwork was finally sent yesterday. So I should hear something by Friday.

    Dawnie_doo

  21. Posted

    My first weigh in was 265. Second 259, and last one 261 (vacation to Myrtle Beach and Nawlins). No net gain.

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    You perfectly answered my question. My first weigh in was 293. Then 282. Final 284. I was worried about those last two lbs, but they approved you. So I have hope! Lol Thank you so much! Woo hoo! Lol

    Dawnie_doo

  22. Posted

    I received my approval today! Only 3 days!! I have scheduled my sleeve for May 24th.

    OMG wow that was fast! Congrats! Now I'm nervous. I haven't heard anything yet. Just curious, how was your weight history from first nutrition appt to the last one?

    Dawnie_doo

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