Hello everyone.. I finally went to the seminar, the first step in the Lap Band process. I also contacted my insurance and was given a pleasant surprize. The surgery is 100% covered! Also, I don't need a referral. The only qualifiers are BMI of 40, clinically Morbidly Obese, and a psych evaluation which is required by my surgeon anyway. I am soo psyched! I totally qualify and don't really have to jump thru hoops. I sure hope not anyway. :banana Now, on wednesday, I have to go to a support group. And in the next week or 2 I will get the date of my first appointment. YAY!

I am very excited about this journey. Although, my significant other is afraid for me. He is afraid something is going to happen to me. I try to explain the procedure to him but he is stubborn. Not sure what is going on there but I feel like he will come around eventually. My mom came with me to the seminar and is very hopefull for me. Of course, she has all the mom worries.

Just wanted to give an update. I havent posted in a long time cuz I was waiting for the seminar.

Hugz,

Donna Marie

Congrats on getting an easy approval!! You're one of the lucky ones. May I suggest sharing some research on the surgery with your significant other? This may help lessen his fears and educate him in the process. Good luck to you!

my seminar is on the 30th my mom is also coming with me. I am excited but very nervous, because it seems to be coming true. does that make sense? I seem to be the one in the family that is scared for me. my mother thinks everything will go fine. good luck on your second step toward getting banded.

Congratulations !!!

Be careful what the insurance company requires. Make sure you have an approval letter from them giving the okay or you could be responsible for payment.