I was going to get the band till my Dr. Told me straight out not to do it that the sleeve would work better for me. So now I have BCBS *** IL and was wondering if anyone else has the same and can tell me what to expect. I have already done the 6month diet documented by my dr. I have met with my bariatric surgeon now I'm waiting. Can you give me time frames of what you went through from the time you met the dr till surgery date!?!? Plz any info would help

I have BCBS of Texas and was in for my 1st dr's appointment and in surgery in about 3 weeks. I had to do the initial dr. visit, 1 nutritionist counseling, hospital visit for bloodwork, ekg, and stomach scoping. Next was the psy evaluation, 2nd dr visit, and finally the surgery. I was insurance approved within 1 week of my 1st dr visit. In and out of the hospital in 2 days.

I hope TX works the same as IL bcbs.... have you had surgery how did it go?

Welcome Sa'..,

Well, I am also new to this whole thing. I initially went into my surgeons office back in February '13, determine to get the lap band. I felt like I did my research and I knew what I wanted. Lets just say that after 20 minutes with him, I changed my mind. Not only are doctors not recommending the sleeve, the percentages of people with a band getting a revision are insane. So I can totally understand what you are going through.

At this point, I already did all of my pre op requirements. My surgeon's office submitted my paperwork yesterday, and all I am waiting right now is for the insurance's decision and for me to lose 5lbs (my surgeon wanted to me to lose 5% of my body weight, and I am 5lbs shy from the goal). I have BCBS MA, and as of a year ago, the sleeve wasn't even approved.

Anyways, welcome to the journey. This is a great website with tons of information!!!

Good luck!!

~A

Thanks Ana

Good luck! I have BCBS TX so joatsaint gives me hope

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