I can't believe it finally happened. I got my surgery date! Got approved by insurance for one surgeon, had to change to another surgeon (and hospital) and had to resubmit all information a second time to insurance. what a hassle! But it's over and done. Start pre-op diet tomorrow and have surgery on March 1st! Thank you Lord!

I can't believe it finally happened. I got my surgery date! Got approved by insurance for one surgeon, had to change to another surgeon (and hospital) and had to resubmit all information a second time to insurance. what a hassle! But it's over and done. Start pre-op diet tomorrow and have surgery on March 1st! Thank you Lord!

Congrats and good luck with your surgery! I was denied the first program I tried to go through, because of my health insurance, but switched companies and went with a new doctor! My file was submitted to insurance on Friday and I am really hoping to have an answer within the next week or two. How long did your insurance take to approve?!

Again, good luck!

I have United Health Definity. Paperwork was faxed Friday afternoon and got the approval today (Monday). I had a very helpful nurse pushing it all day!

Congrats Rick I was just banded 2/14. You'll do great : )

Hi I'm from Jersey also. I have a banding date of March 11, 2011. I'm really nervous about it.

Its nice to "meet" someone from Jersey on here.

Good Luck to you.

I can't believe it finally happened. I got my surgery date! Got approved by insurance for one surgeon, had to change to another surgeon (and hospital) and had to resubmit all information a second time to insurance. what a hassle! But it's over and done. Start pre-op diet tomorrow and have surgery on March 1st! Thank you Lord!

Congratulations! I just had surgery 2/15/11 and I already feel pretty good... =o) Stick to the pre-op diet and you will do fine yay congrats!

Congrats! Your date will be here ASAP!

I can't believe it finally happened. I got my surgery date! Got approved by insurance for one surgeon, had to change to another surgeon (and hospital) and had to resubmit all information a second time to insurance. what a hassle! But it's over and done. Start pre-op diet tomorrow and have surgery on March 1st! Thank you Lord!

Good for you! That is wonderful news. I am sure you must be relived that all the foot work is done. I am starting my journey .I have heard of so many different pre op diets. What kind of order does your Doctor have you follow ?. I am just trying to figure out why there are such a wide range. I wish you luck on your journey I look forward to your post before and after surgery. I have learned so much off of this website. I am glad that we have it to share our journeys and such. Have a great day

I have United Health Definity. Paperwork was faxed Friday afternoon and got the approval today (Monday). I had a very helpful nurse pushing it all day!

I have United too. I was really surprised how helpful and easy so far the process has been. I am going to be having my surgery out of Henry Ford Downtown Detroit. I am in the beging stages but everything has been running smooth.Good luck to you,Very exciting news for sure.Keep us all posted in your journey. Thanks Jen

My Doctor has me on Slim-fast. 3 -4 shakes a day. Sm salad. For 1 week prior to surgery. You are right, there are so many different diets. Just go with the one your doc recommends.

Hey detroitjenny, I had my surgery at Harper hospital in Detroit. Do u live in the burbs?