I got my surg date today. it is june 30th. I meet Dr Woodman today for the first time ( before i only meet his staff.) He seems to be really nice, He tells you, you have to diet and exercise and the surg. is not magic. But if youy have been doing the research you should already know that.... But in all I think he seemed nice.. Hopefilly thing will stay the same. :confused:

Hooray for getting your date for surgery. I had mine on May 5, 2009 and just got my first fill on June 1. Just follow what the doctor says and all will be well.

Congrat!! How exciting for you to have your date.....I have my date as well mines is July 20,2009...Now I am loaded down with appts and getting everything down so that things will run smoothly.. Good Luck and keep us posted on your progress...:confused:

Great news! So jealous!

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does anyone know why you have to pay 3000 to the dr. that the ins doesnt cover. my ins pays 90% till i pay 1000 out of pocket then 100% by ins. the dr. office said that its not coverd by ins.

Eric Jones: I am not sure how your insurance works but mine pays 100%. Your best bet would probably call your insurance and ask them. You have to realize that some surgeons charge any where from $7000-$25,000. So just call your insurance and ask. Maybe if you find another doc he might not charge as much.

That is exciting!! What great news!! I'm so jealous! You are so close what is going through your mind right now?

There is so much going through my head....anixety...panic wonderiing what the iother side of the band will....mostly excited to know I might one day be comfortable in my own skin.

I also got my date. It is June 17th! I just found out on the 1st that my insurance approved it and scheduled my date on the 3rd. It seemed like a really quick turnaround. Probable becuae I was on the phone with the Dr.s office allthe time! LOL!!! I have my preop appt on 6/9 and asssume that is when I will start my preop liquid diet :blushing:... I am starting to get nervous, but have found the info on this site VERY helpful! I hope there is not a lot of tests to get done, cause I fear I may run out of time!

i neeed help, i dont know how to make a post.

does anyone know why you have to pay 3000 to the dr. that the ins doesnt cover. my ins pays 90% till i pay 1000 out of pocket then 100% by ins. the dr. office said that its not coverd by ins.

Some doctors charge what they call a "program fee" that is NOT covered by insurance. Basically, it is their way to get more money. They will probably tell you it pays for informational materials, seminars, etc. That is bull hockey. It is extra money in their pockets.

The first surgeon I had an appointment with had a $500 program fee, so I cancelled that appointment. I have heard of them charing much more, like your $3000. I would definitely NOT pay that. Look for another surgeon; that's my advice.