I am at the start of the process of going through the 6 months of nutrition classes for insurance approval. I have Anthem BCBS and my BMI is high enough but I was advised not to lose much weight because they said since I have zero health issues insurance could still deny me. Any insight on others journeys is appreciated. I'm regretting not starting this process earlier. I went through all the classes 5 years ago when my mother had gastric bypass.

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Hi Hotkiss27,

I took a long time (years) to make the decision and I started the process back in December, My insurance has already approved me because of my co-morbidities but I want to have the surgery in the summer when I am off from work. I have gotten clearance from psych, pulmonologist and have cardiac tests and endoscopy scheduled. I also meet with a nutritionist once a month and have lost some weight already.

I am excited, nervous and wish it was June 29. At times I wish I did it earlier too but other times I remind myself it is all going to be good. Good luck on your journey and be kind to yourself.

I hope your surgery went well @@Reason to Believe. I have completed all the requirements I surgeon requires(ekg, sleep apnea test, upper scope) so now I have three weigh ins left before it can be submitted to surgery. My sister found out I was going through the process and decided she didn't want me to be smaller than her so she decided to do it and her surgery is next week. She's rushing into it because she flat out told me she refuses to let me weigh less than her. This process has been frustrating.

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