Natashca

Have you gotten your approval?
I'm waiting as well! Just finished up my 6 month supervised on Thursday. Paperwork was submitted today. I've spoken with the BCBS nurse prior to submitting and went through her checklist. With any luck I'll have some good news in a few days. Thankfully, the surgeons office has already scheduled a date for me.
I think they tell us 30 days as a maximum, that way we don't keep harassing them asking if its been approved!
Good luck!

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing. I was sleeved yesterday. SO glad its over and I'm back in my own bed.
Tasha

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing. I was sleeved yesterday. SO glad its over and I'm back in my own bed.
Tasha

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing. I was sleeved yesterday. SO glad its over and I'm back in my own bed.
Tasha

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing. I was sleeved yesterday. SO glad its over and I'm back in my own bed.
Tasha

Hi there,

Just a quick update. I'm on the other side! My surgical team was simply awesome. My nurse that went over my history and got me ready to go the the OR was simply wonderful. She was great to joke around with with putting in my IV and getting changed into my gown and pretty hospital socks. Met the OR nurse, anesthesiologist and my surgeon before going in. They were super accommodating for me, I have an aversion to being strapped down to the OR table (less than pleasant experience with a c-section). I asked if I could be asleep first and they were totally understanding. In fact I think from the time I walked into the ER to the point of unconsciousness was maybe 45 seconds. Literally, I laid down, saw a bright light and... that was it. Next thing I know, I'm back in my room, husband waiting. The first few hours are a complete blur. Vaguely recall my surgeon checking in and telling me I had a really small liver. I don't know what drugs they gave me but man, I didn't feel anything in the stomach area, just unbelievable chest pain from the co2.

I hope this helps some of you guys that haven't gone in yet. If you have any question let me know.

Tasha

Hey there,
Tomorrow I finally get my sleeve. I can't believe how slow the time has gone. The last 6 months DRAGGED. Now this last week everything feels like its going so fast! I haven't even packed. I'm scheduled to be at the hospital at 10 AM. Looking forward to getting to the other side.
Who else is getting surgery tomorrow?

Tasha

Thanks Broyse! I head over in just an hour!

Hi there Marylou,
For me at least, my insurance required a six month supervised diet before approving the surgery. As much as I hated to wait in some ways I am glad since It's given me time to adjust to eating smaller portions, make exercise part of my routine etc etc.
Best of luck to you!

Tasha

WhooHoo! I'm scheduled for the 23rd as well! Want to be sleeve buddies?
Sounds like you're set. Going to have to pick up some SF popsicles and SF pudding myself closer to the date otherwise the kids (and husband) will eat them all.

Good Luck!

Tasha

October 23rd! Just got the approval from insurance! I start my pre op diet on the 8th. So excited!

Tasha

October 23rd! Just got the approval from insurance! I start my pre op diet on the 8th. So excited!

Tasha

I have Anthem BCBS of GA, not sure if that's the same as what you have. I had to complete 6 months of supervised diet, visits with the Nut and Psych. I didn't have any comorbidities so I had a few less doctors visits then you have. Thankfully, all of my doctors visits were coordinated through the surgeons office to make sure that nothing was missed. Once I finished the last supervised diet appointment the office submitted the paperwork to insurance for approval. It took just a couple of days. Although, I did call the Nurse from BCBS that I was assigned to a few times to make sure I wasn't forgotten. [emoji3]

I hope this helps, if you have any other questions, let me know.

Tasha

I have Anthem BCBS of GA, not sure if that's the same as what you have. I had to complete 6 months of supervised diet, visits with the Nut and Psych. I didn't have any comorbidities so I had a few less doctors visits then you have. Thankfully, all of my doctors visits were coordinated through the surgeons office to make sure that nothing was missed. Once I finished the last supervised diet appointment the office submitted the paperwork to insurance for approval. It took just a couple of days. Although, I did call the Nurse from BCBS that I was assigned to a few times to make sure I wasn't forgotten. [emoji3]

I hope this helps, if you have any other questions, let me know.

Tasha

October 23rd! Just got the approval from insurance! I start my pre op diet on the 8th. So excited!

Tasha

WhooHoo! I'm scheduled for the 23rd as well! Want to be sleeve buddies?
Sounds like you're set. Going to have to pick up some SF popsicles and SF pudding myself closer to the date otherwise the kids (and husband) will eat them all.

Good Luck!

Tasha

Middletown, NY

If you have a Trader Joe's near you they have fresh, individually portioned grilled chicken breasts that are actually pretty tasty. 150 calories, 5 grams of fat, 27 grams of Protein, 0 carbs. They come in so handy when I just can't think about cooking anything.

Tasha

If you have a Trader Joe's near you they have fresh, individually portioned grilled chicken breasts that are actually pretty tasty. 150 calories, 5 grams of fat, 27 grams of Protein, 0 carbs. They come in so handy when I just can't think about cooking anything.

Tasha

I have to agree you. There's just something about the texture.. gritty maybe? I can totally live without yogurt but, I tried yet another kind today and it was really good. Try the Yoplait 100 greek yogurt. It was crazy creamy. Creamy enough to make me actually want go and buy more for tomorrow!

If you can update with what they say! I am curious as well

Everyone is different. Genetics plays a role, but The younger you are the more likely you won't be as bad.
As you get older the skin loses its elasticity. Also, the longer you have the weight on, the more damage it will do to your skin.
My mother would have talked me out of the surgery too- she is a huge part of my life long struggle with my weight. I could go into a huge vent, but I'll spare you, lol.
Do this for YOU. You have your whole life and future ahead of you and with a lighter and healthier body you will have fewer limitations.
Loose skin is secondary and may not be an issue at all for you.

I like the ready to go Premier Protein in chocolate as well. The vanilla.... not so much. I find that it's sicky-sweet. But I bought a whole case and need to get through them. I've blended it with a few fresh strawberries to make it palatable. If you have a Sam's Club nearby a case of 12 for I think $16-$17. Which compares to $7.47 at Walmart for 4 it's a good deal.

I like the ready to go Premier Protein in chocolate as well. The vanilla.... not so much. I find that it's sicky-sweet. But I bought a whole case and need to get through them. I've blended it with a few fresh strawberries to make it palatable. If you have a Sam's Club nearby a case of 12 for I think $16-$17. Which compares to $7.47 at Walmart for 4 it's a good deal.

I like the ready to go Premier Protein in chocolate as well. The vanilla.... not so much. I find that it's sicky-sweet. But I bought a whole case and need to get through them. I've blended it with a few fresh strawberries to make it palatable. If you have a Sam's Club nearby a case of 12 for I think $16-$17. Which compares to $7.47 at Walmart for 4 it's a good deal.