JOI_US_ONE
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5 days post op and i cheated!
JOI_US_ONE replied to Angeleyes716's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Guys I wouldn't beat yourself up over soup. I am allowed to have light Chicken noodle and chicken and rice soup during my liquid stage post-op. The only catch is it has to be blenderized. Trust me...that soup is the only way I could make it through lol. The soup is the highlight of my day. -
October 2010 Bandsters!!
JOI_US_ONE replied to Sarah71407's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My date is October 15th. I decided to get the Realize band. I am not nervous about surgery at all which is kind of funny because this will be my first one. I am more concerned about the pre-op and post-op diets and not losing my mind over hunger lol. However, by the grace of God I know he will see me thru. -
APPROVED in less than 48 hrs by BCBS of CA!! Woohoo!!
JOI_US_ONE posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ahh Finally Approved!!! My PCP was taking forever to write a letter of medical neccesity so my surgeon's office didn't want to send my paperwork over to the insurance co without the letter. After a tad bit of a strong worded email they sent it and I was approved in less than 48 hours!! Still don't have a surgery date yet...should get a call from someone next week to schedule the surgery....I'm shooting for October. Well just wanted to share my joy with somebody...I am super excited:thumbup:!!! -
BMI 44 Hypetension Mild Sleep Apnea BCBS of CA
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How much did your Psyh and Sleep Study Cost?
JOI_US_ONE replied to ajames79's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I paid a $40 copay ea for pysch and my sleep study my insurance covered the rest at 100% however the claim for my sleep study was around $4500. -
I didn't notice breathing lapses but then again I have a very mild case. I only stop breathing 8 times an hour. I snored and had the excessive daytime sleepiness. I was just diagnosed this month and actually went to go to do my titration this past Friday.
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Letter of Medical Necessity
JOI_US_ONE replied to dpj00024's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
If someone can email me a copy sample at joi.stowes@gmail.com I would greatly appreciate it. That is the last piece to my puzzle. -
this is the work he did.....i think it's beautiful! the japanese writing means transformation. the butterfly is obviously representing my change.
JOI_US_ONE commented on BANDIT GIRL's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Nice!! You look great!! Your before and after pics are truly inspirational. -
Hi, Thanks for the add. I was wondering who your doctor was in VA. Mine will be Dr. Schroder at St. Mary's. I see you are a little ways out from the day you were banded...How are things?
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Congrats on the baby!! Being 50 pounds down at the start of pregnancy will allow for a HEALTHIER pregnancy!! Thanks for the add.
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Hi Crishell, I see you are in the Tri-Cities area of VA. Who was your surgeon? How are things going now?
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Hi Cin_A_Mon, I see you are RIC, VA. Just wondering how you were doing since being banded? Looking to get some support locally. I am hoping to be banded by Oct of this year.
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Hi, How did the orientation go? Where are you now in the process? I recently attended an information session and I am so excited. Unfortunately, I won't be starting the process until July when my new insurance kicks in.
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Congratulations on your surgery date!! Please keep us posted on your progress. I am still waiting to do an intital consultation but I am already excited!!