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Glad you had a great night and im sure your Jello and popsicles were a real Treat! We are always here when you need us! 5 more days! Count down! Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

If you want to talk it out til you laugh about it im here for you! You have come waaaay to far to slip up now. I have not been banded as of yet but positive behavior reinforecement is the way to go. You dont want to start emo eating now when you are arguing. It may lead to you looking for that comfort after the band which is counterproductive..... cheer up hun. Sometimes we have to let the b.s roll off our backs and keep it moving. I fully understand what you are going through right now. *hugs* for you :-) Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

What is the name of the Protein shake that you use? Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

Prayers for you! Hope all goes well! Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

I am starting, (again), my 3 month process for Aetna with VCU Medical Center here in Richmond. For some reason, the insurance coordinator for my surgeon does not have a wealth of information. For those of you that have been approved by Aetna on the 3 month process, how did your process go from start to finish? As i explained to the insurance coordinator, I want to have all my ducks in a row the FIRST time I submit my information to show that I am really putting forth the effort and that it would not be a waste of time of money to allow me to have the surgery. I became soooo frustrated at work today and even briefly gave up.. For those of you who have Aetna and call to inquire about a clinical bullitin, ask to speak to a nurse. They are the only ones that can discuss the bullitin in detail with you. Here is what I have completed so far. 1. Met with the surgeon, dietician, and nurse practicioner all in one visit ( 3 + hours!) 2. Made an appt to continue with the dietician 3. Made an appt with the psychologist at the hospital. 4. Now I am just waiting for the appts. The start date for all of this was August 22nd. Would my 3 month period be from this date or when I actually meet with the nutritionist? Here are a few other questions that I have.. Thank you in advance for any information you may provide. It is much appreciated. 3 month process? How often did you meet with your surgeon? Did you have to see your pcp, if so, how often and how was it documented? Did you see a separate physician or specialists for behav. mod? If so, what type? How was your exercise regimen documented?....

Thanks for the information. The person I spoke with at his office was the insurance coordinator. She said she is not familiar with the three month process and that most of her patients are declined when they try that option. She also told me Aetna doesnt tell why they declined which is not true as i spoke with Aetna shortly thereafter. I did overlook the fact of the wealth of information this site offers and have now calmed down about it. Its just hard when you want something so bad and things dont seem to be going in that direction. If i have to switch over to the 6 month process, I will be ok. Thanks again :-) Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

They have not giben me a surgery date. I meet with the nutritionist team on wednesday. With my insurance, I have to do a 3 month multi program before approved. These days I swear im getting more and more addicted to the site with the wealth of information it has. I have honestly been struggling to get into the gym and also making sure the band is the step I want to take. I have never had any type of surgery done so its nerve wrecking to me! How have you been? Do you have a surgery date yet or have ypu been banded? Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY SII Skyrocket using LapBandTalk

Hello, I have not yet been banded but am in the pre op process. I am all for the support as it is definately needed with such a great life decision.

If you are having that much trouble, consider switching surgeons or bring your concerns to the surgeon himself about that staff if that is your main area of the problem. I will be starting the 3 month pre op process next week so I can keep you posted on how it goes with my surgeon..