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diamondchic94    10

diamondchic94
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Hey guy I'm Diamond 22 years old and have decide I want to get vgs, I have been a big girl all my life I been a healthy chunky girl since I was about 5 I'm now 22 ,263 pounds and only 5 foot bmi is 51! No high pressure I am pre diabetic my doctor believe I have sleep apnea and get very bad night sweats! I'm not a lazy person yes I do have a few lazy day! Ima retail manager so at work most of the time I'm running around like chicken with its head cut off! Over the pass few years I have cut my meals in half and work out but nothing seem to work! My doctor appointment was about 2 weeks ago I told her that I was interested in getting the surgery and she said maybe we should start off with a weight loss pill adipex but I'm not really into taking pills outside of Vitamins and I believe the surgery really would be a better tool then the pill how do I tell my doctor because I will still need her to sign off on everything I don't know with step to take next do I look for a surgeon talk to them as well? The surgery is covered by my insurance since my bmi is 51 I don't have to wait the 6 months I believe I'm insured with bcbs of mi! Help I need advice

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Inner Surfer Girl    12,015

Inner Surfer Girl
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Welcome Diamond!

Congratulations on deciding to take steps to get healthy. Whatever you decide to do, we are here to help you the best we can.

Since your doctor didn't refer you to a surgeon, I would suggest you see if there is a Bariatric Center of Excellence in your area. Once you find one (or two), sign up for one of their free seminars. They can help you determine next steps as well as work with you and your primary Doctor.

Since many insurance companies require a doctor supervised "diet" before surgery, you may be able to count what you are doing now with your primary Doctor. But, a good Bariatric surgeon's office can help you figure that out.

Where are you located? There may be some folks here who ate in your area who may be able to suggest a good surgeon.

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DaisyAmy    561

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I recommend the Beaumont program. They have a dr you can see through the weight loss center that should be able to help you get clearance

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amandastearns    79

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I contracted my surgeon myself. They had me fill out some paperwork to see if I qualified. I would just contact a surgeon and see what you need to do.

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Zelda1993    3

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If all else fails, you can go over the boarder to get it done. That's what I'm doing. I am getting mine done in Tijuana Mexico on April 29th. He is highly recommended and I got approved right away. Of course you need to pay out of pocket for it but the packages include everything except for your plane ticket and food and stay for your guest if you choose to have one.

-Surgery Date 4/29/16

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OutsideMatchInside    10,166

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With a high BMI, things are pretty fast with BCBS. You can skip your primary and go directly to a bariatric center. Get the ball rolling with them. You should not have to do a diet. Your BMI and comorbidities should get you approved easily. I went from first visit to surgery in less than 8 weeks with BCBS.

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missvee    28

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My primary wasn't supportive, ultimately it's your choice! Once you decide on a surgeon, go back to the primary and let her know what decision you made. It's your life, your choice, they are there to help guide and give suggestions not dictate what you can and can't do!

Good luck on this beautiful journey!

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