TN_Gal

I only had a one day, full liquid diet prior to surgery. Everything went well and I'm 7 weeks post-op tomorrow!

I never gained any weight during my weigh ins- I was always able lose a pound or two from my previous weight. The only time I gained was AFTER I had received approval at my pre-op appointment. I should clarify that I gained weight in between the weigh ins but was always able to drop it right before I had to weigh in.

Surgery was Tuesday. Feeling a little like I got ran over by a truck. I am looking forward to feeling normal again.

I had my surgery on the 12th and asked my doctor about this afterwards. He said that in his time of doing this procedure, he has had people follow both protocols of pre-op diets (1-2 weeks vs 1 day of liquids). He said that most people find it difficult to be compliant with a week or two of liquids plus it makes little difference in the reduction of your liver if you do it for one day or one week. I personally only had the one day pre-op and my surgery went fine. To each his own I say!

Don't get me wrong- I'm SUPER glad I only have a one-day pre-op diet but just curious why there is such a variance. Are there others that only have to do liquids for one day before surgery??

May 12 here as well! I only have a one day liquid diet so will start that on the 11th. Pre-op is this Wednesday. So excited!!

Last appointment was on Wednesday, file submitted on Friday, approval the following Wednesday!! Yay! Surgery is scheduled for next Tuesday. Yippee!

I had my final visit for my three month multi-discplinary plan today to meet insurance requirements. I was told all of my info would be submitted tomorrow. My surgeon does not have a wait list at this point so my surgery will be scheduled as soon as approval is achieved. My husband would like to squeeze in a weekend getaway before all this takes place so I'm just trying to gauge the timeline. I was told today that Aetna has two weeks to approve. I'm looking for real-life scenarios. Nothing tricky in my file- weight loss the whole time- no additional tests required- documentation of 2 years of obesity....It's all there! Should be cut and dry in my opinion.

I told my immediate family (husband, brother, sister, mom, and dad). Besides my husband, I really wish I had kept my mouth shut and let them assume I was following a strict diet plan as I lost. I have, however, prepped my co-workers and church members slightly by letting them know I have been seeing a nutritionist that is helping me make healthier choices. That way, in a few months when I am much smaller, I can give all the credit to my nutritionist.

What kind of questions did they ask? I haven't had any dealings with the nurse from the insurance company because they haven't submitted my packet yet. I am anticipating they will at the end of the month.

Thanks for all the replies- my appt was yesterday and I was down 1.5 lbs! Woooo! Now, I have one more appt for Aetna in which I will need to not gain any weight. Can't wait for this to be over! At least I am good for another month....

I am almost halfway through my 3 month multi-disciplinary program for insurance to approve RNY. I have done everything required so far- just have to have the last two meetings with Nutritionist and Psych eval. I am very concerned as I have gained about 8 pounds since my last visit. I know aetna's verbiage says "no NET gain." I'm not sure if this means no gain from starting weight or no gain at all during the process. I would be devastated to be denied from gaining....My next weigh in is in a week. I am fully prepared to fast in order to meet weight if necessary. Anyone have experience with this??

Does the history have to come from a PCP? I think the only history I have is from sporadic obgyn visits.

I have this exact requirement with Aetna. I hate the lingo and can't figure out what persistent obesity means. Does that mean all medical records would need to show a bmi above 40 or just that you have been in the obese category? So confusing....

Echo everyone else- just had first consultation last week and went in with my mind made up to have the sleeve. My surgeon strongly suggested I reconsider RNY as it is proven and produces more effective results. After lots of reading and research, I have opted for RNY. I can't wait to get this done...will be another 3 months or so for me.