I am soooo excited. I was just approved, my surgery is on 10/8/08, so soon! Any advise on what to expect and where I can find a good diet?:biggrin:

Congratulations!!!! I remember the day I was approved. It really is exciting. Concerning a diet...your doctor's office should tell you the pre-op diet he or she wants you to follow. I had to follow a liquid and veggie diet for two weeks prior to surgery. i actually lost 12 lbs on it.

I am soooo excited. I was just approved, my surgery is on 10/8/08, so soon! Any advise on what to expect and where I can find a good diet?:biggrin:

How long did it take for the insurance company to approve the Lapband? My claim was submitted yesterday.

It took like a month, i had problems with my doctor and had to bug the h_ll out of them. But i got it done.

Jessica,

What kind of problems did you have? My paper work was submitted on Aug.27 and I was told to wait 20 to 31 days. Do you have any suggestions on what I should ask when I call a check on it. Anything to help it along? Thanks for your info.

Thanks for the response. I will stay on my doctor and insurance!:thumbup:

I am very happy for you; good luck with everything! I have insurance through Tricare and was disapproved in June. It took a little over two months, letters and more medical records but I was just approved on September 17th. I don't have a date yet, but I am hoping to find that out today.

God Bless,