Jerseygirl4523

The nutritionist at my surgeon’s office requires us to keep a log as well. I’ve been using myfitnesspal because they can link it up to your mychart account

My surgeon requires exercise and nutritionist clearance. However, my insurance—Anthem BCBS— does not cover these appointments. So far the exercise counselor is making me come back for a follow up. I see the nutritionist for the first time next week. How many time did you have to go back until you got clearance for exercise or nutrition?

So I just talked to my insurance, Anthem Bcbs...they said the first appointment has to be with a nutritionist but the rest can be with your primary doctor to “monitor your diet”

I am hoping for April too. My 6 months will be by then for insurance. I had my first exercise consult yesterday and I have nutritionist next week. Hoping they go quick. My insurance and surgery center just require clearance from them

The 2018 benefits book for my employer just came out and it says “if pre-service authorization is received, the medical plans cover gastric bypass or lap band surgery if specific criteria are met” slightly nervous. But my patient coordinator at my surgery center knows I want the sleeve and provided me with my insurance requirements. Maybe it’s just poor wording?

Is your insurance covering it??

We are almost identical! I have PCOS and insulin resistance, we're very close in height and weight. I am also planning on the sleeve. My six months are not up until April. I had my exercise consult today. Nutritionist next week, EGD week after that, sleep study, primary and EKG the next week, exercise follow up the week after that. I will say that the athletic trainer I met with today was very positive and I left feeling excited.

I honestly needed this six months to get all the appointments and tests in that are required. It seems like I have appointment every week, sometimes two, for the next 6 weeks.

Congrats on this big step! It only gets more exciting from here. My surgeon’s office was able to tell me my insurance requirements and costs during my consult visit as well, if you don’t already know them

Unfortunately the surgery clinic I am using usually only has morning appointments, sometimes afternoon. I think things tend to fill up fast

I just got back from my appointment. You spend 45 minutes talking to an athletic trainer and discussing goals. They ask the basic why surgery questions and ask about your past with exercise. We discussed goals and started to set up a exercise plan. I do have to follow up again in 4 weeks. How does everyone make all these appointments while working full time???

Is he insecure? He may want to keep you bigger to avoid fear of losing you

My surgeon’s office requires an exercise clearance with a trainer before surgery. Has anyone else experienced this?

What are you doing in the months leading up to surgery to prepare?

My surgeon says in the last few years he has taken more lap bands out than he has put in.

Lol! Was your 6 months 6 appointments or 7?

My gyno is also the one who referred me to the surgery center in October. I was able to get an appointment within a month. I’m stuck in the middle of the 6 month diet now

I’m originally from Hopatcong

Charlotte, NC

Has anyone had experience with the Novant Bariatric Solutions group in Charlotte?

I have Anthem BCBS in North Carolina and the 6 months are required. 1/2 way there. Is it 6 visits or 7?

Does weight loss surgery really improve PCOS? My surgeon told me it is the only permant solution

A little nervous. I know my life is going to change. I’m just not sure how yet, it’s hard to picture or imagine

That’s what I thought but I keep getting mixed answers

I told my best friend after my surgical consult and she wasn’t supportive. She was actually mad and upset that I wouldn’t be as fun on the cruise we’re goong on in August. She is overweight and has been trying to lose weight as well. She doesn’t qualify for surgery and honestly I think she’s jealous or resentful on some level. My mom and sister know. A few very close family friends. I am debating on telling coworkers who I am close with. But it’s not really anybody’s business.