shelli310

Congrats! I have BCBS IL as well; Just went for my first consult Dec 30th. Have had my preliminary visits (2 w/ surgeon, psych eval and nutritionist); now waiting for letters to be submitted to see if they will approve! Also crossing my fingers that they accept the lo-cal plan I went on 8 months ago as my 6 month lo-cal diet.......we will see!

Hello all! My name is Shelli I live in Northern, KY. I am a married mom of 2 amazing kids. I have been thinking about being banded for years and got a little push when I went to the dr in Dec and realized I had gained 18 lbs in a year even after a lo-cal diet and excercise. I went for my initial consult on Dec 30th, psych eval Jan 26th, surgeon again for physical Feb 3rd and I go to the nutritonist today. On Feb 17th I take my support person (hubby) to the surgeon with me; that evening we are going to a seminar and support group meeting. I have BC/BS IL; hoping they accept the lo-cal diet I started last year (they require a 6 month lo-cal diet). If so, and assuming I am approved, I could be looking at surgery before Easter, if not I am looking at August. I have been poking around this website for a month or 2 now......I really appreciate everyone's openness and willingness to answer questions!!