So I have decided that I want to get sleeved! My insurance requires a 6 month medically supervised diet...wth does that exactly mean?! I went to a info orientation sat at the university of Chicago..so I will be making some calls tomorrow.

I have been seeing my doc and a counselor (for depression/eating disorder) at the recommendation of my doc since jan. I met with my counselor every two weeks and saw my doc every 3 months. We worked on mindful eating and in these past 8 months I have been able to control my binge eating. Would showing my insurance documentation of my last 8 months pass as a "medically supervised diet?"

Looks like we are both up thinking when we ought to be sleeping. My insurance (BCBS Federal Employee) required two years of documentation of a medically supervised diet. So, I had my doctor's receptionist to print out my medical records for two years, and then I highlighted every mention of recommendations for diet or exercise, and my weight.

Then I also had to do three months of supervised diet with my bariatric program's nutritionist. That wasn't so bad. I followed her directions and lost 22 pounds before my surgery. I think that the psychologist sessions helped to document that I was receiving counsel about managing habits and eliminating barriers to weight loss. I had my surgery at Loyola'sbariatric program in Melrose Park, and then had my surgery at the Loyola University Medical Center.

I am sure that U of C has done this enough times that they can anticipate what the different insurance companies require, and consider those guidelines when developing their own bariatric programs. So, my Chicago sleeve sister, I wish you good luck and good health, If you have concerns that you do not feel comfortable with broadcasting, you can send me a private message by clicking on my picture, and then following the prompts to send a message. I am in Alsip on the Southwest side of the city.