Hi there, I recently had my band removed due to several issues since placement in sept 2008. My insurance company revised there policy on their revision surgeries. I had appealed it all the way to the state level in 2012 and denied, they said not medically/clinically necessar . Gained all my weight back since the after having 2 babies. Made an appointment to see my surgeon in July after I found Priority Health's revised policy on a fluke.fHe mentioned the BPD with DS is an option for the "super obese". I had to decide after my appt on Tuesday so they can submit for approval. I went for long term success over safety. With 2 little girls at home, I hope I chose right!

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I'm a different candidate (RnY) but I'm backing you emotionally. For me it's also 1 son instead of your 2 little ladies but like you I'm going in eyes wide open. You want a chance to be in their lives instead of a mommy memory. Some just don't lose easy, you and I had a cave ancestoress who hibernated like winter bears. I was a strong big girl now I'm a wearing- out lady. My daily health says No more Rosey, have the surgeon prune you back, yeah but when the pruning is done it will be up to me to keep growing straight. Its a tool for you and me also. Do what ya gotta do, babe, that's my motto also! Love and Hugs Rosey

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It totally changes the game after having kids. When I was first appealing my insurance for the 2nd surgery I didn't have kids and didn't give it a 2nd thought. I was looking at RNY but have since heard of this procedure from my surgeon. I was all geeked and prepped for it until I did my official consult and the risks now that reality has hit it could get approved this time. Love that, Do what ya gotta do. Thanks for your input.

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On 10/13/2016 at 1:40 PM, jenniebear2002 said:

Hi there, I recently had my band removed due to several issues since placement in sept 2008. My insurance company revised there policy on their revision surgeries. I had appealed it all the way to the state level in 2012 and denied, they said not medically/clinically necessar . Gained all my weight back since the after having 2 babies. Made an appointment to see my surgeon in July after I found Priority Health's revised policy on a fluke.fHe mentioned the BPD with DS is an option for the "super obese". I had to decide after my appt on Tuesday so they can submit for approval. I went for long term success over safety. With 2 little girls at home, I hope I chose right!

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Hope to find out how the a went and how you felt and any complications