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64 lbs down! I've had a very positive journey although I feel as though I lose slowly. I'm 54 lbs away from my goal weight and 36 lbs away from the surgeon's goal weight for me. So far so good! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok, great. So pre-existing may work for UHC now that you mention it. All of my blood work, lab work was done and all appeared to be WELL! BCBS has been billed and paid for the surgery that was in May, however all of my treatments weren't grouped together for an extended amount of time. I'll investigate more! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thanks!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Guys, I was sleeved on 5/10/16 & I'm almost in wonderland!!! Things are going really well...THANK GOD! I have a small situation, my family's Insurance has recently changed from BCBS to UHC and our particular plan does NOT cover anything related to Bariatric Procedures/Visits. It only matters because it was time for my 6month post-op check-up (delayed due to work schedule and doctors office schedule,etc.)! So what do you guys suggest. Thankfully, I called my insurance company to check and make sure my follow-up is covered. So what is typically done at a 6-month post-op other than checking my weight and ensuring I'm on track with my weightloss? I had my physical with my primary care physician a few days before 6 month post op date and I'm still well and healthy. Help me out sleevers... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Amazing! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks, these are the things I like to know before hand. If my insurance is being charged for things I don't need, that worries me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations...I maybe would have cried too if it were a NSV for me! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm almost 6 months out and almost 60 lbs down... I think ppl that don't see me often notice immediately. Those that see me daily/weekly started asking at about 30/40 lbs down? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Amazing!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Jessh4579 Is April 5 your birthday?! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi All, I'm 5 months post-op and have lost a total of 55 lbs. I have noticed in the last few weeks my butt hurts if I'm sitting for an extended amount of time. Has this happened to anyone else? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations on your progress! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Congratulations on your progress! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks, I still have a lot of natural cushion back there, but I'm so glad I'm not the only one. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thanks, glad to know it's not just me! Let me know if you find any ways to help us out! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm glad you asked, I was just about to ask myself! 5 months post-op and typically range between 850-950 calories here lately. Wanted to make sure it was normal! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have tried many... Premier Protein has been the overall winner! chocolate and Vanilla are my go-to flavors. I have tried others but they just aren't as yummy! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This is absolutely an inspiration!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So glad your surgery went well! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Rest well and I pray surgery goes well tomorrow! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

2-4 weeks recovery for sleeve. Went back to work 13 days post-op....took things slowly. I'm a chemist so we move around a lot! Needed lots of naps for up to 8 weeks post-op. Sent from my SCH-I535 using the BariatricPal App

Consultation maybe first week of March, surgery date May 10. Sent from my SCH-I535 using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations on your successes and you are beautiful before and after. Amazing, amazing, amazing. Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations! Job well done Daniel! Sent from my SCH-I535 using the BariatricPal App

I initially told my physician's office I was interested in going home the day of surgery as well. I changed my mind the more I thought about it and I'm glad I did. I felt so bad, they kept me an extra day. The pain was too much for me to focus on walking and sipping Water. So I went from "send me home day of surgery" to just let me rest so I can go home. Day after surgery was 10x better. Sent from my SCH-I535 using the BariatricPal App

Hi All, Has anyone else been given a Bariatric Surgery food "card" to give to your server at restaurants so you'll be able to order smaller portions? I was given one signed by my surgeon at my 3month post-op appt last Monday and I'm wondering how well it has worked for ppl, if at all. Sharee Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App

That's typically what happens now when I order sides. Thanks Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App Lol! Agreed! Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App

Yes, there are bad, bad ppl in any group of ppl. Don't relate their meanness to their skin color....they are just meany weenies! ???? Typically mean ppl are very tender and are mean due to so many insecurities. I see right through it...It bothers me at times, but I usually know the real deal without them saying it... I'm glad you aren't racists...because I'm nice and I'm brown! ???? Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App

Oh. Yes, you are right..see I didn't even think of that! Where are you located in the US? I'm trying to see how popular this is. I'm in NC and my friend who recently had a bypass has one as well. I'm really private about my surgery so I only foresee myself using it, if I ever have to, with my family. I don't think I'll ever use it while on a work lunch. Thanks! Sent from my Z936L using the BariatricPal App