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Hello Everyone!
My name is Keke and I just wanted to introduce myself. I am going through the process of converting from a Realize Band to RNY. Once I have my EKG next week, the paperwork will be submitted for insurance approval. Luckily my insurance company only requires that my band be at least 2 years old with less than 50% of my excess weight lost. Since I actually weigh a few pounds more than I did when I got my band in 2010, I am not anticipating any problems with insurance approval.
My band to RNY conversion will be done at GWU Hospital in Washington, DC. I have my Upper GI this coming Friday and then my EDG next week. I see my surgeon on 2/27 for final pre-op consult and I should get my surgery date then. I am hoping for a late March or early April date. I am nervous, but excited. I am looking forward to starting the next chapter. I feel like I have wasted so much time with this band.