drhodes757

I just found out that I was denied for the lapband surgery..I am so upset. I didnt weigh enough, but I have decided to appeal this decision, as my doctor had put in the wrong blood pressure, so I am going back to my pcp and getting proof that my BP is borderline high. I weighed 249 on my initial weigh in, and according to tricare themselves I should weigh between 133-144 due to my height, so technically I am 100lbs overweight. If anyone has gone through the appeal process or have any suggestions, I would love to hear. Thanks

Hi all, I have spent about a month now researching and doing all the necessary steps to get the lapband. Found out today that I need proof of not being a drug addict or alcoholic. Has anyone else faced that problem, and if so how do I prove something like that. Even my doctors office were confused by that question. I am a nurse and have to have periodic drug checks, do you think that would be sufficient for Tricare? Never done drugs, and have about 4 glasses of wine a month. Would love to hear from someone who went through the same stuff.