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kellbelle    0

kellbelle
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I love this site! I have bounced around a bit, I'm just waiting for a few replies. I'm not very internet/forum saavy but I'll manage.:nervous

i have been checking out the band for over a year. Had Bc/Bs- they didn't cover. Had UHC-they excluded but promised to look at it on a case-bycase basis. BIG FAT LIE. Now i have iowa medicaid-only covers bypass after three years documented physician assisted dieting.I'm soon to have benefits in NE, as I am moving over the river. I am ANXIOUSLY awaiting some news-maybe banded by the end of Aug?:faint:

Anyway-I'm eating one Protein shake a day, saying goodbye to favorite foods, and gaining weight. I feel like the band is my last best hope-I HAVE to do this or I think i will die from all my co-morbidities. I have six BEAUTIFUL children, and god willing, with my weight under control i can have MORE!!!:clap2:

Please reply, I'm dying to hear from someone. Does anyone know how to add the ticker tape?

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LindaV    0

LindaV
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Hi KellBell,

Welcome to LBT! If you do a search on Tickers, you should be able to find the information. I know it's out there because I found it.

This is a great site for researching the band and getting to know others who share our journey.

Good luck with the insurance process. I know it can take time and a lot of patience.

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You are 33, have 6 kids, and want more?!!!! God bless you, lady! Good job! How much weight do you want to lose? Good luck with your insurance. It's hard. I ended up paying for it myself. It's been worth it, but wish I had the insurance benefits. Welcome to LBT!

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