Did anyone have to write a letter to their surgeon, explaining why they want to have the surgery? I'm not sure if this is a requirement from my surgeon, or my insurance, or maybe it's not a requirement from insurance but my surgeon submits the letter with all of the paperwork for good measure...

Anywho, just wondering if anyone else had to do this, and if so, how personal you got?

Shan:)

Did anyone have to write a letter to their surgeon, explaining why they want to have the surgery? I'm not sure if this is a requirement from my surgeon, or my insurance, or maybe it's not a requirement from insurance but my surgeon submits the letter with all of the paperwork for good measure...

Anywho, just wondering if anyone else had to do this, and if so, how personal you got?

Shan:)

I had to write a letter to submit to my insurance. I started it off with my name, age, weight and the statement that I was morbidly obese. I did get somewhat personal, meaning I explained my limitations and how it effected me day to day.

I listed all my efforts throughout the years, the time, money and energy spent and my desire to be ablet o finally find a tool to help me succeed. I explained that I understood that this was a permanant procedure, uncompromising and life-long, and that I was ready and willing to embrace the changes necessary. My coordinator told me it was heartfelt and clearly showed my need and desire for approval for surgery.

I did not have any co-morbidities, but I would detail them and how your quality of life is deminished by these weight related issues.

Good luck!

I did. It was part of my "homework" after my 1st Nut visit.

I wrote one for good measure, before I knew I would need it. It was kind of cathartic to put into words everything that has lead me to this place. It is needed for my insurance, and my surgeon learned more about me and my struggles from it. ( I submitted it on my first visit) I detailed my past, my family (briefly) and what I have tried for weight loss. I also explained where I am currently at physically, and how my weight effects me. I ended by telling what I hope to achieve with the surgery, and that I hoped I would be considered and approved.

Thanks, I just wrote it up... It was honest and heartfelt, so hopefully it's what they are looking for:)

Thanks, I just wrote it up... It was honest and heartfelt, so hopefully it's what they are looking for:)

Good luck! Keep us posted!