So I am really new to the site... Kinda lurking in the shadows, but I really have to say how impressed I am with the knowledge and helpfulness of everyone.

I am in the pre consultation/approval stage and one of my requirements from my surgeon is to have a psych evaluation. I am curious how you guys found someone who will see you for a bariatric psych evaluation. I am sure I called 15 offices today with no luck. Most are self pay and One lady went through her list of questions only to ask me why I was calling if I didn't have mental health concerns. I explained to her what I was needing and she said that she would need to call me back?!? Which I never received.

How did this go with you guys? I have BCBS of Texas and I would love to find a doc that takes my insurance instead of having to pay 200+ for a one hour trip. You would think being in San Antonio that there would be loads to choose from.

Also, I would love to hear from anyone in my area.. Potential sleeve buddy in the upcoming months. Thanks!

That sucks!!

I needed up getting the referral from my surgeons office. My appointment is tomorrow morning. As far as I know I will be out of pocket my 20 copay, I wonder why this doc you saw needs such a long time to approve??

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I had to pay my $30 copay but my $2,000 deductible hasn't been met so I had to pay $264 for the visit. Very frustrating! He just wants me on some sort of diet and workout plan for 4 weeks. When really the nutritionist should be calling those shots, I would think. Good luck on your appointment!

That sucks!!

I needed up getting the referral from my surgeons office. My appointment is tomorrow morning. As far as I know I will be out of pocket my 20 copay, I wonder why this doc you saw needs such a long time to approve??

Ended*

I had to pay my $30 copay but my $2,000 deductible hasn't been met so I had to pay $264 for the visit. Very frustrating! He just wants me on some sort of diet and workout plan for 4 weeks. When really the nutritionist should be calling those shots, I would think. Good luck on your appointment!

I agree! I would want a nutritionist to employ my workout plan and diet plan, not the psychiatrist. I would tell him, you wouldn't go to a podiatrist to check your ears! Lol!

It's no telling how my appointment will go tomorrow, I find most psychiatrist to be money hungry and unnecessary- a few exceptions for those who truly tackle mental illnesses, but I find it ridiculous to pay money to go to a human being who has their own opinions, to tell you that they believe what you feel and think is wrong or right... Good grief. I am hoping this visit goes by quickly!! I did notice the office the psych resides in is the same office as my surgeon... Coincidence? Lol!