Bj49

I had GERD really bad before surgery. I also had hiatal hernia repair done. Right after surgery I still had problems, but it has been 2.5 months since surgery and my re-flux is much better. When the weight drops it usually gets better.

I think different doctors do different liver shrinking diets. Mine consists of 3 premier shakes, snack ( from the list of course), 2 0z of lean meat, and 1/2 cup of vegetables.

Finally I have my date. August 15 will be my sleeve day. I start my two week diet for liver shrinking on the 2nd. In one month I too will be sitting on the losers bench.

Well after going back and forth with my insurance company after they denied it at first, I was called today from my insurance advocate who says I have been accepted. Yes, finally I am on my way. Excited about leaving some of my medical problems behind with the meds that go with them. Now just waiting for my date.

So I called today to see what was going on. I had to call while working. The person who answered said that it was denied due to insurance not covering the procedure. Which I know is not true because it is listed in my benefit book. I had to talk to three people before they actually looked at my personal benefits when I decided to pursue this procedure. She told me that she would put a note on my file, but I guess she did not. So now I have left phone messages and emails. I guess it is still the waiting game.

The waiting game continues.... my insurance company has had my information for two weeks now. The waiting is the worst.

43 minutes ago, sprysmeow said:

Hi, I am in the same boat, my BMI is 36.8, with 3 comorbitities. but I am at the very beginning of the journey. It has taken so long for me to finally decide that this is what I want, I would like for it to just move along quickly. I have my first appointment on Wednesday.

How long did it take to get through the required appointments, before actually having it submitted to insurance?

I had been doing diets forever and prescription meds for the last 3 years. IT had been suggested by my physician 3 times over the last 4 years before I decided to go to the information meeting. I went to that in February. I met with the surgeon beginning of March. Finished going to the doctors and testing last week. so about 2 months which is what they say it usually takes. But my surgeon just had surgery will not be performing any again until May 22nd. Just hoping for insurance approval.

All testing completed, now just holding my breath for insurance approval. I'm at the lower scale of obesity at 35 BMI. Hopefully, they see all the health issues that I have and realize that this is a needed procedure for me. This is a way for me to be able to get healthy and add years to my life. I would love to see my grand-babies grow up.

1 minute ago, Bj49 said:

My Psychologist told me that it is her job to make sure that I am competent enough to understand about the surgery and the new diet that I will be living on. She also said that there are some who milk the job of evaluating you for the money. My cousin had a Psychologist that made her do a two hour computer questionnaire before he even spoke with her. She had three days that she had to meet with him. I went to the same place had a different Psychologist and was there 20-25 minutes in which she had enough time to approve me.

But keep in mind that you have disorders like depression, or eating orders, etc., then it may be more intense. This was the first time I had ever seen a psychologist.

On 4/13/2017 at 8:47 PM, Tiale said:

It's really pissing me off because I got cleared by both dietician and bariatrician, I just needed the ok from the psychologist. Ever since I started the program I haven't gained a pound and have lost every visit. I've increased my activity by a great deal yet, it feels like she makes it seem as if it's no effort. I exercise for 45mins and I'm very independent, so I clean, cook, etc. while standing. Anyways she's saying that ppl who get the surgery are encouraged to exercise up to 2hrs and 1/2....Has anyone else been told this?

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My Psychologist told me that it is her job to make sure that I am competent enough to understand about the surgery and the new diet that I will be living on. She also said that there are some who milk the job of evaluating you for the money. My cousin had a Psychologist that made her do a two hour computer questionnaire before he even spoke with her. She had three days that she had to meet with him. I went to the same place had a different Psychologist and was there 20-25 minutes in which she had enough time to approve me.

On 4/29/2017 at 1:06 PM, klea0215 said:

So should I expect after drain tube is removed the pain should subside

The drain tube is stitched in place and it is probably pulling on the site. It should get better once removed.

My BMI is 35. Waiting for insurance approval now. Looking forward to getting and staying healthy.

I'm looking forward to carrying less weight on my knees and feet. Hoping that some of my many medical problems will be corrected as time goes by. Buying smaller clothes is always a plus but my main goal is to be healthier all the way around.

I think that people sometimes don't see the whole picture. Not only are you becoming a healthier but you have added more years to your life. More years that you can spend with him. He should be proud to have such a beautiful woman on his arm. You look fabulous and it gives me such hope that I will be able to accomplish the same.

Welcome!

Finally finished all the doctor appointments and testing. Just waiting for a surgery date. Unfortunately my surgeon just had surgery and will not be conducting surgery until the end of May. Keeping my fingers crossed that I will be one of the first on the list.

When I decided to have surgery I had decided that I was only going to tell my husband. But I did not tell that to my husband and in turn he has talked to many people about it. So I have told friends and family. My husband is very supportive and understanding. My mother was concerned about the surgery but has come around. I have a great support group with a couple of friends and a family member who have gone through this surgery already.