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Thank you, Frustr8! I had not thought about weight restrictions at all. So you mean to have surgery After we move. In March?? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I had to have 6 months of nutrition counseling, a psychiatric evaluation, had to have a BMI of 40 or greater. Or 35 with at least 2 comorbidities, and my surgeon required a cardiac evaluation and a barium swallow. Good luck!!

Can someone explain to me why GasX helps, when the gas is actually pumped into your abdominal cavity, and not into your intestines? :-) Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Awesome post, folks!! Thanks for uplifting me!! Surgery was approved yesterday, and I'm hoping for a January date. Nice to see such positive posts!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks, Delphac! How have you been? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Just heard from Anthem, and they Approved my RNY!!! I see the surgeon on January 8th to sign the papers and pick a surgery date!! This is finally getting real!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Ah, I have heard that gastric sleeve can cause and/or exacerbate heartburn. Let your team know, and I hope you feel better soon!

What surgery did you have? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I hear ya! Im waiting for insurance approval right now, too. It is hard to be patient!!

I met my husband online, too! You just have to be careful like with any thing, and I think you do better with sites you pay for. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I've been drinking protein shakes for months and have not noticed any BM problems Except when I drink Premier Protein. I found out I'm lactose intolerant!! Protein concentrate does not agree with me.

Amen, Sister!! Baptist here!! I agree, LOLBPTL

I'm 56 and having RNY in January. I'll be 57 in Feb. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

RNY is short for Roux-en-Y gastric bypass Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

You can have a jeweler put an inexpensive little ring "guard" around them on the inside that makes them a little tighter. I did this last time I dropped a lot of weight. It cost about $5 USD. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Wow! Awesome post. You look great. Thanks for the inspiration! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I had the same problem. My patient navigator was supposed to give my file to the insurance coordinator on November 26. 2 weeks of waiting and a call to Anthem, and it had not been sent to insurance. Turns out there was som3thing the surgeon had to complete and he had been busy. They finally texted the doctor, he did it, the insurance woman finally sent it to Anthem this past Thursday. So, maybe there is a piece that still needs to be completed. I'd put it in writing and send them a letter if they won't return phone calls. Good luck, and keep us posted. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

It really depends. I had blood work, a barium swallow, a cardiac work up with stress test, a psych evaluation and 6 months of supervised nutrition counseling. My bypass should be next month. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Here's mine from Lauren's Hope. Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

I just ordered one. It's arriving today.

My file should go to insurance company this afternoon! Here's hoping for a quick approval and a January date!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Does anyone use Dr. Tishler in Hartford? I'm going nuts waiting for their insurance coordinator to review my file and submit to Anthem! I had my last nutrition visit on November 23rd, and they still haven't sent in my file to insurance. How long does it usually take?? Patience is not my strong suit!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks, Georgetown! I don't want to be a pest, but I will follow up with the office.

No, I got it from Lauren's Hope. They have a huge selection and custom engraving. Pricey, but nice!

Oops! I tried to paste a photo but it didn't work!! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app