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Sorry, but I can't stop sharing this ****. Every time I look at it, I am like WOW, I'm actually doing this ****. I am actually changing who the hell I am.

Okay. So first thing is I have Aetna better health premier insurance out of Michigan. It is a Medicaid/Medicare dual enrollment plan that I've never had issues with before. Prior to receiving my referral to Bronson Methodist hospital two years ago I haf called my insurance and asked about covered services. I was told they'd cover everything as my BMI was over 40. After working for 7 months to complete paperwork and go to the required before initial appointment but always full seminar, the surgeon left and I had to start over at Borgess Surgical in Kalamazoo. Now I'm finally on to month 1 of my 6 medical weight loss appointments, and the surgeon requires a checklist to be completed and at least 2 nutritionist appointments. At my first appointment the office made me sign a waiver. Stating that i understood my insurance may not cover the 400 dollar group session, which doesn't count towards. my at least 2 appointments with that employee. I've since called my insurance and had to be transferred four times in order to be told that person has to make a bunch of calls and then would call me back. Has anyone else had any similar issues? How was it resolved? And does anyone have Aetna better health? Did you have any unexpected bills? Was the approval process difficult? Thank you.

Can anyone tell me how they handled all the meds, I know for a few weeks I have to crush my pills, or capsules I have to empty into applesauce. Does anyone have any idea on how I should handle all these meds and what would be best to mix them with. Also I heard that omeprazol tastes horrible and I have to take that everyday.
Someone please help me I'm freaking out about all these meds and how to get them in on top of all the Vitamins.< br>

I've had acid reflux so bad that now i take a 40mg capsule every day, don't know if my VSG will stop it or not. I was not given the choice of surgery I could have. My surgeon said I should get the sleeve and he's the top surgeon and Director of the Metabolic department at Loyola Hospital in Maywood so I trust his decision, also I take meds for bipolar which is why he said the sleeve would be best.

I have pretty much NO restriction at all unless I eat too fast which results in me eating too much. As long as I take my time and remember to chew thoroughly and eat at a slower pace, I think I have realized that I can actually eat quite a bit at a time already and that worries me because it means when I have a "hollow day" I go from snack to snack to snack and have a hard time getting in more Protein than carbs.
My Snacks are usually things like blackberries - about a quarter to half a cup at a time, sometimes 3 to 4 times a day or a sugar free popsicle once in awhile. I almost never eat breakfast, because I am never hungry int he morning, but I always start the day with a cup of hot tea. In fact, as long as I stay away from home and stay busy, I don't feel hungry much at all during the day.
If I stay home and have nothing to do, though - that is when I start to feel "hollow" and have trouble NOT eating... lunch and dinner is almost always the same: about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of chicken, broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms and cheese all run through my chopper and sort of stir fried in a touch of olive oil with seasonings... but once in awhile I eat whatever the family is having like a baked piece of flounder or a piece of boneless skinless chicken and whatever veggies are with it. I do avoid things like burgers, hotdogs, Pasta, rice, white breads, cakes, Cookies, donuts, etc and anything fried. But I have a hard time saying no to things like dark chocolate and ice cream and I have spreadable Swiss cheese on wheat thins as a snack in the evening at least 3 or 4 nights a week.

I chose the sleeve , for me it seemed like the best option. I had 75% of stomach removed and rarely feel hungry. I am six weeks out now and down 30 pounds [emoji4] I had occasional reflux before surgery but now I do not have it. I think each procedure has pros and cons. Good luck to you.

Can anyone tell me how they handled all the meds, I know for a few weeks I have to crush my pills, or capsules I have to empty into applesauce. Does anyone have any idea on how I should handle all these meds and what would be best to mix them with. Also I heard that omeprazol tastes horrible and I have to take that everyday.

Someone please help me I'm freaking out about all these meds and how to get them in on top of all the Vitamins.< /p>

Yep, just had family in from out of town for my daughter's birthday. They had all sorts of stuff while I had my Protein Shakes and Water. Definitely more head hunger than real hunger but still, it made me realize the emotional connection I have had with food.< br>

I'm 8 weeks post surgery and have NO regrets. Wish I had done this 20 years ago! Hang in there- it is normal to be anxious and nervous! The time will go fast and the results so worth all your anxiety! Good Luck to you, brave decision-maker!

I figure if I had just used the spray on oil, that wouldn't have happened... lol. Oh well, lesson learned. PAINFULLY.

HAHAHA

Low fat Muscle Milk is okay , but I actually like the banana cream by Premier the best.

Hi. I am being sleeved in June (scared to death) I have lots of aches and pains (knees, feet, back, shoulders) I was wondering if anyone else had these problems, and did the pain go away as you lost weight? The pain is one of my reasons for having the surgery. Ty

Turn around time requirements for insurance is 15 calendar days. I'm not familiar with the ABH process, but I think it's reasonable to check in at a week after submission. If it's been over 15days and you still don't have an answer try to have the case escalated for quicker review.

I don't know why no one will answer me when I ask questions, I've posted a few things and no one helps me with anything. Why not?

Clothing for sure I'm waiting for insurance approval and refuse to buy any new clothes until then, I also have alot of clothes I will fit into once I loose the weight.

Today my paperwork went to the Aetna Better Health Illinois and im wondering does anyone know anything about how fast they can get my approval?

You look awesome, I'm so afraid of having the surgery but not when I see stories like yours!

It could be because they give you heparin before surgery and it thins your blood to prevent blood clots.

Thanks god it's pre-op. Otherwise you would ruin your stomach. BTW it's not a that big cheating. This pre-op diet is exactly for practice. Go on.

11 months out. I did loose hair for sure, and I don't feel like I could afford to, so it sucked. But I can see 2" strands growing back all over my head now. I didn't do any special Shampoo or take any different pills until about a week ago, when I started 2 Biotin gummies a day. So the hair was coming in already, but thought no harm in giving it a little boost. I am anxious to see how it fills in during the next year. Having to use powder to help fill in the gaps while it is so thin. Hang in there it will grow back.

Similar to Jon's recipe above. Favorite recipe from my nut:
High Protein pudding:
16 oz. cottage cheese
1 package sf pudding mix
1 scoop Protein  powder
4 tbsp ff milk
8 oz. ff or sf cool whip
Mix first 4 ingredients in food processor until smooth, then fold in whipped topping. Chill and serve. 20-25 grams of Protein per 1/2 c serving.