I've seen my doctor, she put in all the referrals she needed to, got my blood work done. I need to attend a nutrition class she said, and so they called me and made the next available appointment, for May 3rd. I've been told at that point after I attend this I can see a surgeon. I have to go through Tricare Prime. And they do not do this procedure at the on base hospital where I receive care.

Does anyone know what I should do after attending the nutrition class? My doctor has talked to me about it but I'm not exactly sure about which order things are going in.

Another question, I'll be given a list of surgeons in the area that I can go through Tricare with, but my family and I aren't sure about if I'll be able to pick and choose which one I want.

Any helpful answers are welcome!

Oooh, hope you get some good answers as I'm curious, too. Am just starting my journey through Tricare Prime, myself. Good luck!!

I have Tricare Prime myself, and I just got banded on Thursday. Where are yʻall stationed? Tricare requires a lot, you need to see the nutritionist, a psych evaluation, and get a sleep test done. I started the whole process in May of last year and because I didnʻt know about the sleep test it got my surgery pushed and pushed. I was originally scheduled for September/October time frame. But all said, I finally got it done and I am so happy!

Tricare South here. First I've heard of a sleep test! Good to know...

I have Tricare Prime myself, and I just got banded on Thursday. Where are yʻall stationed? Tricare requires a lot, you need to see the nutritionist, a psych evaluation, and get a sleep test done. I started the whole process in May of last year and because I didnʻt know about the sleep test it got my surgery pushed and pushed. I was originally scheduled for September/October time frame. But all said, I finally got it done and I am so happy!

Dad's stationed at J-BER (Joint Base Elmendorf & Richardson), Alaska. I'm only his dependent. Though we live 50 miles from the base I have to be seen at the base hospital. My doctor only told me about the nutrition class and needing a blood test to test for more problems that could have kept me from losing weight. If the surgeon requires anything then I don't know yet, I haven't even gotten my list of preferred surgeons yet. I am sure I'll find out when I go to the nutrition class. I have heard of having to get a psych evaluation but my doctor hasn't told me about it, and I do get seen regularly for therapy sessions anyways.

My primary care doctor is on post but the surgeons are about and an hour from where I live. I had to drive down there a lot but it is so worth it.

My surgeon gave me a list of things that I needed to get done. I was a little nervous about a psych evaluation but it was a breeze. Good luck and let me know how things are going for you.

By the way the sleep test is to see if you have sleep apnea, they found that I do so I have a machine and had to take it to surgery with me.

My primary care doctor is on post but the surgeons are about and an hour from where I live. I had to drive down there a lot but it is so worth it.

My surgeon gave me a list of things that I needed to get done. I was a little nervous about a psych evaluation but it was a breeze. Good luck and let me know how things are going for you.

By the way the sleep test is to see if you have sleep apnea, they found that I do so I have a machine and had to take it to surgery with me.

Oh wow, makes sense though. Well all of the hospitals are in Anchorage by the base but who knows? I might find a surgeon at the hospital in my town. I'll find out when they give me a list of surgeons to go through. I guess it'll all depend on what my surgeon will require me to do. Some people might not because of my age (I'm almost 19). My doctor had no problem putting in referrals for me, I've dealt with this weight for about 12 years. She said I'm the youngest that she's ever referred but that it all depends on Tricare or the surgeon. Thanks for the help! I'll definitely keep in touch!