Hey all! I'm new to this community as well as to gastric sleeve surgery. I have been thinking about this procedure for months now, and finally after researching it, i've decided to go ahead with it. I contacted my insurance company, which is Highmark, BCBS of PA and this is what i've concluded is needed: BMI - over 40.
Age of 18 and over.
6 visits (1 visit per month) with my doctor, who will monitor my weight and exercise regime.
A psych eval.
A nutritionist visit.
Anyone know if there is anything else I need, or have left out? I need some help with this. Also, is it ONE visit to a nutritionist? Also, how will my doctor be "monitoring" my exercise? I can see weight, whether it increases or decreases each month.
I live in PA, so those are the specifics i've researched, anyone else have any input?
Help!