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I am sorry to hear that.I am waiting for an answer myself.

Well I called today for an update on the insurance status.The received my information on the 21st.As of the 26th they have transferred my info to the precertification department for review.I hope it does not take much longer.I am so NERVOUS.I am with Aetna PPO.

Congrats

I had Fiber One Cereal this morning.

EGD was simple.The give you some good medicine. Sore throat afterwards but Iwas back at work the next morning.

Thank for all the post.I am working on lowering my BMI while I wait for a decision.

That is awesome.I am still waiting to hear something from insurance company.

I went for my visit with dietician today.I was informed of my lab results from last week.I am Pre Diabetic.I am just trying to absorb all of this information while trying to wait patiently on my insurance company.Either way I have set 4 small goals with dietician.I will not let this moment define me.I will take control of my life and hope to have the asistance of the lapband.

I do understand.I am just getting aggravated with not having my phone calls returned.I had to go to office to take information to them.I think all they have done was submitted a pre determination letter.

Congrats.keep us posted.

I support whatever decsions you make.If you have done your research and feel comfortable go ahead.

I plan to check it out.Thanks

I called yesterday and realized the insurance company did not have any of my information.So I got a fax number for the correct department and gave it to the surgeons office to refax info.I am thinking about getting information from my orthopedic doctor to support my need for the surgery.I am also thinking of sending pictures of myself at the gym to support the fact that I know the band is not a quick fix and that I have to do my part.I also plan to type up a letter with all of my diagnosis and my family medical history to support my need for the surgery.I wanted to know if anyone else have went this route.I am waiting on my letter from my GYN doctor who has monitoed my weight and prescribed Adipex and Vitamin B-12 shots in the past for me.I just want to be prepared with all the necessary and helpful paperwork.So with that being said, what do you think?

Welcome Carla.I think you have made a really good choice to come here.I am waiting on an approval for the band.If that does not work I will go to Mexico.I have received a lot of support on this site.Stay encouraged.I am sure that someone else shares the same concerns as you.

I am sorry to hear that.I called just to see if Aetna had received any paperwork on me today.Unfortunately they have not.So I called my surgeon office to inform them to re fax.I hope they did because they did not return my call.

I am sitting here at work next to my friend that had the surgery.She has done awesome with the surgery.She looks and feel great.I am waiting for an approval.When you get your fill I am sure it will help.You just have to reach your sweet spot is what i have been told.hang in there.

Thanks for your post.Congrats and keep up the work.

Well I know how you feel.My paperwork was sent off Friday.I am also with Aetna PPO.I am praying for an approval.I wish you the best.keep us posted.

I must admit that I have been busy trying to get things for the doctor and working.I calculated my BMI and it is beyond comprehending.I knew I was above the requirements for the insurance company.I spoke to a lady with Belite yesterday.She said based on my BMI of 67 I may need to consider the sleeve.It was just a major reality moment.I am just at a point in my life that I NEED this surgery.It is not a want.I hope my insurance comes through for me.

Congrats Tiffany.I know you are excited.I hope to hear something soon.Keep us posted.

I hope to hear the magic word soon.I am going to my PCP tomorrow.

That is awesome.

Good luck.Keep us posted.

I am paying 350.00 cash.I will try to file on insurance later.

Thanks for the response.I am looking forward to getting the band.I am just scared to get a denial.