Hi everyone. Long time reader, first time writer, heheh. After much procrastinating I am finally on the road to a healthier life. I have my first appt with the Dr next week and I am pumped! I just have a question for people who have already gone through the process.

What is the average time from first appointment to surgery for most of you? I am trying to get an idea what to expect. I have United Health, and it is a covered procedure, its just about getting approved. I am lucky that I am covered by my insurance and my husbands (which is also UHC).

Anyone care to share?

Thanks a lot.

April

Welcome. It can take anywhere from 5 weeks to a year. Don't get too excited too fast. But when they do set your date, PREPARE!

Well, I have already been putting it off for the last year, whats another one, lol. I am just glad I am finally doing it. :cool2:

What do you mean prepare?

What doctor do you plan on using? I had mine done by Dr. Blackstone in Scottsdale... she's amazing!

I'm seeing Dr Terry Simpson. Ive read great stuff about him and he is real close to my work too.

hi, welcome to LBT.

it all depends on whether you are using insurance, if they have requirements, etc...

my approval was quick (less than 2-3 weeks) and i was in the OR 2-3 weeks after that.

best of luck to you!

hi, welcome to LBT.

it all depends on whether you are using insurance, if they have requirements, etc...

my approval was quick (less than 2-3 weeks) and i was in the OR 2-3 weeks after that.

best of luck to you!

wow! Thanks!

Congrats to you!!

Wow, I cannot believe it has been a year since my last post. That is how long it took me to "get ready" for everything. A lot has happened in the last year that has put off my surgery, but that day is coming soon! I will be banded June 17th, this Wednesday! I am pretty excited.

How exciting!

Best of luck and be sure to keep us posted!