Called my insurance ( after reading a BUNCH of forums on here ) and of course she read the manual to me like a zombie. I was told I had to complete a 12 month nutrional program . I have read in these forums that is not the case. All I have to do is go to my PCP, get a referral, medical clearance, psych eval, blood work, see a nutritionist, meet my dr/surgeon, process my claim and schedule a surgery date. What was your experience ? Also, she told me all surgeons are south jersey ( I'm central) any advice, tips, anything is helpful ! Thank you !

Gosh no!! I started seminar thurs week in august and sleeves feb 5th! Depends on doctor mine was approved earlier but dr made sure my mind was in right place and nutritionist visits completed ????

Thank you for the response ! How are you post op ?

My postop has not been ideal. I've had many surgeries unfortunately this one is the roughest but I'm also a mother of six and don't get the proper rest. Liquids went down fine purée find I'm even allowed solids today and I'm only 12 days out. Doctors very happy with incisions and progress weight loss of 28 pounds main incision where stomach came out of it very painful and I am having a lot of back pain that I've spoke to the doctor I've spoke to others on the site they say it's normal some have it some don't guess it's just my luck.

Where are you located? Dr paragi in Livingston is nice office unorganized cause thy just moved and he separates from his partners but he's good

I am central NJ , monmouth county. I'm trying to find a closer surgeon . I meet with my PCP on Monday and I will go from there . I'm so excited. I hope your healing process gets better with minimal pain. Especially since your a mommy !

I had no problems. I attended the seminar in December and am scheduled for march 2nd. I had to take care of a lot of prerequisites in that time and had to show proof of prior weight loss attempts.

Not sure which horizon bcbsnj plan you use but I am using seth kipnis through jsumc... There is also a really great group affiliated with meridian who work through bayshore and two other affiliated hospials (I think)

Here is a link for to register for a seminar http://www.meridianweightless.com/MW/WeightLossSurgery/FreeSeminars.cfm

Thank you !

I hope my wait is as short as yours

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Sorry for the typos but writing from my phone. Feel free to private message me if you need more info.

I need a barium swallow.I have to wait 2 weeks for approval just for that....concerned.......