Hey everyone,

So i just seen my pcm today. and he put in for my referral to get the lap band surgery. he told me that i am a good candidate but that i have to wait for my approval to come in the mail so i can if im approved start with the surgery process. I was basically wondering what tests are taken once i know if im going to get the surgery? and also i heard there is a sleep apnea test. i dont think i have that but how is that test done? im just curious about that. Also i have insurance through my husband hes in the navy so i have tricare prime i believe does anyone know if they require a 6 month diet or if they just approve you and you get pre op work done? thanks everyone for any info and answers.

-Renee:biggrin:

Hi Renee~

I just had my Lap Band surgery last week with Tricare (Marine Corps). Tricare does not require a 6 month pre-op diet. If you have any questions fill free to ask me. The whole process was very easy for me. Tricare approved everything (all my pre-op requirements, surgery, etc.) very quickly. It took me just under 4 months from start to finish (Getting my referral from PCM to surgery), but that's because me Lap Band doctor is very thorough. I personally did not have to do a sleep apnea test, but my doctor decides on a case to case basis (usually he makes people get them, so I was shocked when I didn't have to).