OK, so I just started this process about 4 weeks ago and I got a call yesterday from the surgeon telling me that I need my psych eval asap. I have already had that scheduled and they knew it so I could not figure out this phone call. When I called them back , I was advised that it was approved and just waititng for that! I could not and still cannot believe it!!! Now I am really nervous, I did not expect it to happen so fast. No 6 month diet or anything!! WOW! I will keep you updated, I get my surgery date next week!! Wish me luck!!!

That is so awesome...good for you, good luck with your surgery and keep us posted! I am scheduled for the 29th. and cannot wait!

Debbie

Wow!! that IS awesome!!! Good for you!!! I hope I am as lucky. :confused: I still have a long way to go yet. I haven't even gone to the seminar yet. Soon though :thumbup:

:thumbup:Woo-Hoo Deanna, That's Great!

LOL, I was the same as you...anxous to get approved then suddenly I was approved and everything started moving so fast that I got nervous.

:biggrin:Congrats!!!

Let us know when you get your surgery day...

When i got approved i had surgery 1.5wks later.. because my one insurance was expiring on my 22nd birthday so we really had to ush things along.

Many congrats coming your way!

Sounds like you guys in the States have a longer/different process than we do here in Canada. I filled out a form on line, had a phone consult with the Dr. and got my surgery booked all in the same day. I got my package 5 days later with all my info. I started those awful shakes 3 days ago and have lost 7 lbs already. I hate those shakes. Surgery date is July 29th

what kind of insurance do you have and did you have to have a referral from your doc?

aaaaahhh, that makes sense to me now - My insurance doesn't cover lapband here in Canada so I am paying out of pocket so there wouldn't be any approval.

I have MAMSI Optimum Choice and my doctor only had to refer me to the surgeon.

Congratulations! Remember getting the band is the first step only. Then it's how to live with the band/eat differently/change your habits to support being healthy and active! You can do this!!! Congrats!