I have been racking my brain for months trying to find a way to have this surgery. I know it will be absolutely life changing and feel in my heart it is for me. However, my insurance through my work BCBSOK does not cover any type of bariatric surgery. Recently had a friend tell me she went to Nicholson Clinic and had a hernia so was able to get the surgery done with little out of pocket cost. I have an apt on Friday with a physician in that clinic and and am praying my situation will be similar. I constantly have heart burn so I am almost sure I have the hernia, however my insurance just doesn't seem to cover a whole lot which is disappointing. I am praying this will not cost an arm and a leg and that there will be a way for me to afford anything out of pocket I may have to pay. There is no prices listed for EGD or sleep study or anything does anyone have any numbers or similar issues so that I can quit with this anxious feeling? I will just be devastated if I get bad news

I am using Dr Long I had my consult with him and met him and he was really great. I fortunately have a good friend who lives in TX and is going to take care of me for the 2 weeks post op so I don't know anything about hotel discounts. Where are you traveling from?

I'm nervous about the pre-Op diet, too. Hey, I like to eat...A LOT. That's why I'm on this boat in the first place. BUT, I figure if people who are in the 400-500lb range can do it, then surely I can, too.

I do wish they had an option where they could put me into a coma for the two week pre-Op diet though. I'd totally rock the diet then.

Haha MeMe8264. I am traveling from Ohio. I freaked about the diet too. I think it will be easy for us once we have a diet and light at the end of the tunnel.

Yes put me down for the coma also. I can't be trusted with food!!! Lol I think once I get a date I'll be ok but not knowing makes me wander why I'm torturing myself

On their Out of Town Patient site it lists the hotels close to each surgical center. It doesn't mention any discounts though.

http://www.nicholsonclinic.com/for-patients/out-of-town-patients

Melissa @ the clinic mentioned discounts. I was just curious at what extent. I getting airline tickets for $53 each way thru spirit.

@@Meme ok I can't wait to wear those high boots with jeans and boot socks! I love those. I want to wear maxi dresses! I Have a whole Pinterest board of clothes I want to wear

I want to wear maxi dresses, too! And on cool days, a little blue jean jacket over one. Now, I'd look stuffed. Can't wait.

@@Meme ok I can't wait to wear those high boots with jeans and boot socks! I love those. I want to wear maxi dresses! I Have a whole Pinterest board of clothes I want to wear

Me too!! I have pinned so many cute outfits!! My most desired piece would be a pair of Miss Me jeans. A perfect fit and when I bend over I don't cut off my circulation to my legs.. Haha!

I argue with myself sometimes about whether I want to really bend over to tie my shoes or just wear flip flops! ????

@@sleevefaith83

I see you are traveling for surgery at Nicholson and am hoping to as well. I was told I'd have to go (fly in)for an initial consult, go home and get testing done then go back a second time for surgery. Is that how it worked for you?

I was hoping I could do a phone or Skype consult then my pcp could just send all my charts and results of any tests needed so I didn't have to make 2 trips.

They do that for the egd because they are trained to find even the smallest hernias. I already had my egd scheduled before I called their office because my plans were to use a Dr in Michigan. The Melissa at Nicholson clinic tried to talk me out of doing my egd here but I had faith and did it anyways. Melissa at Nicholson clinic is great by the way! Are you doing hernia route?

Edited September 13, 201510 yr by sleevefaith83

Have you guys heard anything yet? Silvia called me today to let me know I am cleared. She said Lisa will call tomorrow. I am excited. She was real sweet.

Well that's awesome. Not to burst your bubble Silvia told me the same a week and a half ago! Lol I called today so hopefully she returns my call soon! Maybe we will be having surgery about the same time!

Lisa, Lisa, Lisa!

Yeah, I am definitely not holding my breath for a date tomorrow. I did call Lisa today and leave a message saying I am ready before Silivia gave me the go ahead, so we will see if that helped anything. I don't know whats so hard about scheduling surgeries, but I am sure she has other responsibilities. Keep me posted ladies!!

Edited September 15, 201510 yr by sleevefaith83