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Hi Marshap,

I had BCBS Kansas Blue Care-they did pay for lap band but before I submited everything I made sure they had everything they would need. I was approved in 1 week.

I now have BCBS traditional as of Jan 1 (hubbys company forced change) and I am not sure if they will continue to pay for my fills. We will see....

Just a note in response to the 15,000 fee. Does that cover the outpatient portion of the hospital stay? As I just yesterday received 2 bills in the mail. The hospital portion was 25,0000!

Just wondering as that could make a big difference!

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Miztrniceguy,

I am sorry if that came out wrong, I was trying to say NO QUESTION is silly. I actually go to Dr. Selims actual office so have not been back to the WLS center yet.

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I am also getting ready to go to mexico early april usng Dr. Kerri, have a friend who used him, so his wife and I are going together to get banded. Can't wait to get the show on the road

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LisaMarie and St Louis Gal,

I'm reading your threads today and would like to know how you're doing. I'm in Edwardsville and am hoping to have LapBand surgery at DePaul. So far I'm just registered for the seminar in early February and I've contacted my insurance co. (UHC). Maybe we can support each other--you guys are a little ahead of me and I know I'll be watching your progress with interest and pulling for your good health and success.

Orsemus

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LisaMarie and St Louis Gal,

I'm reading your threads today and would like to know how you're doing. I'm in Edwardsville and am hoping to have LapBand surgery at DePaul. So far I'm just registered for the seminar in early February and I've contacted my insurance co. (UHC). Maybe we can support each other--you guys are a little ahead of me and I know I'll be watching your progress with interest and pulling for your good health and success.

Orsemus

Good luck on your journey. I'm going for my pre-op classes this week. I'll know more about when my surgery is and the details after Wednesday So far I've been very impressed with the Weight Loss Institute and have heard really good things about the docs. I'll post more on Wednesday evening. :eek:

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LisaMarie and St Louis Gal,

I'm reading your threads today and would like to know how you're doing. I'm in Edwardsville and am hoping to have LapBand surgery at DePaul. So far I'm just registered for the seminar in early February and I've contacted my insurance co. (UHC). Maybe we can support each other--you guys are a little ahead of me and I know I'll be watching your progress with interest and pulling for your good health and success.

Orsemus

Good luck to you and if you have any questions feel free to ask me. I am totally happy with my banding, hospital, and the doctors! I am very glad I did it. The weight is coming off slow to me but as long as it is coming off and not going on I am OK!

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Welcome to the group Orsemus. I have UHC Insurance and My wife and I were approved in less than 30 days. If you would like to see the letter we used from the PCP I will be glad to e-mail it. I went for my third fill today and Iam up to 5.2 cc. I had 3cc and he put in 2.5. If you have any questions just ask away.

Chris

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Chris,

Thank you. Yes, I would like to see the letter. This is quite a journey, isn't it? I've definitely decided to do it if all approvals come through. Thanks for writing and best of health and luck to you and your wife.

Oresemus

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LisaMarie,

Thank you for writing. As I have questions I will ask you, thanks for the invite. According to your ticker you're doing very well indeed. Good health to you.

Orsemus

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I went to my pre-op class yesterday. I am very impressed with the program and Dr. Scott. My surgery will be February 15. The classes were very interesting and informative. I plan to go to the seminar on February 6 also so maybe we will see each other. I am going so my husband can get the information about the surgery. He wasn't able to go with me yesterday so I think he can be more supportive if he has heard it from the doctor.

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I am new to this thread. I am Brandy. I live in Florissant. I was banded on October 31, 2007 at DePaul Hospital. I was very pleased with my surgery and the staff there. My surgeon was Dr. De La Torre.

I am 3 months Post-Op and down 56 lbs. I have my 2nd fill THIS thursday.

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Welcome Brandy,

I am scheduled for February 15 with Dr. Scott at DePaul. I'm glad to hear that you had a good experience. I have been extremely impressed with the staff and facilities there. Wow 56 pounds in 3 months! :waytogo:That is pretty awesome.:) I hope I do as well as you do.

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It has been a journey but it is SOOOOOOOO worht it. You can be a success at this.

My weight has come off rather fast... like RNY patients does. The DR is always impressed with my numbers. Its hard to believe sometimes that I have lost so much in so little time too.

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Brandy, When were you banded?

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