Hello, I am eager to get started with the gastric sleeve. I have done my research about the risks, pros, cons, guidelines with starting the surgery. I am discombulated with the steps.

What should I do first to get started.

Contact your insurance company to find out what the requirements are, or check your member benefit handbook/plan booklet. Once you have that in hand, research various bariatric surgeons in your area and see if they have introductory seminars or consultations. An excellent surgical practice will have an insurance coordinator on hand to help guide you through all the steps.

This is assuming you are a US person with health coverage that includes bariatric surgery. If this does not describe you, the steps you take will be different.

The first step is to find a surgeon who takes your insurance, and research the crap out of them. Then, Call their office and make an appointment.

Edited July 11, 201610 yr by JupiterinVirgo