January 19, 201412 yr No date has been set. I want the sleeve but Medicare says its on a case by case basis. It will pay for the RNY and band. Other states medicare pays for the sleeve but AZ is one of a few states that might not. Medicare will pay if the pt is under 62 for the sleeve.
January 26, 201412 yr Had nightmare effects from Gastric Bypass in Phx. Dr. Alan Newhoff/ Dr Simon. I live in Prescott
February 18, 201412 yr Dr. N? I had a friend that took care of his pts. post op in hosp (good sam?) walking on day 1. He has retired.
March 10, 201412 yr I'm a newbie and I'm here in the NW Phoenix area. I had surgery about two and a half weeks ago I'm on day 19. My surgery was February 17th done by Dr Juarez. At St Luke's Medical Center. Would love to be a part of the support group.
March 11, 201412 yr im in mesa! would love to be a part of a support group begining stages first appt with surgeon this thursday i have medicare
March 11, 201412 yr I'm by Surprise. Had my surgery Feb 17. Doing really well. I too had mine on Feb. 17. I'm doing good too. Here is to learning to do things in a slow. Take care
March 12, 201412 yr Hi Bravo. I'm in Mesa. No medicare. Going to tj aftet I get my ssdi backpay. I will probably qualify for medicare but I don't want to wait that long.
March 15, 201412 yr Hi Everyone!!! I live in Chandler and am waiting for insurance approval. I'm working with Banner Gateway in Gilbert and Dr. Podkomeni. Dr. Pod recommended bypass for me because I have acid reflux. I'm pretty sure surgery will be in April at this point as I have to do a 2 week liquid pre-op diet. Would love to hear from others about your experience with the pre-op diet and what Vitamins you are taking. Good Luck to everyone!!!!!
June 7, 201412 yr Hello! I'm in Phx as well. I'm currently jumping through all of the insurance hoops & hope to have surgery in August! Until then, I'm just trying to prepare mentally & physically. Testing protein powder & learning to chew more. Wishing you all success!
July 18, 201412 yr I am in Glendale. Also wading through the pre-op stuff. Weaned off diet soda and caffeine. Starting to exercise. Would love to have a walking group once it cools a bit.
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