Darkkyss

My insurance the first time it was submitted was denied. I called and spoke to a person at the insurance and they informed me if it was required for the surgery it was part of the process. BUT they could not give me the correct code to use. I had to do research and resubmit it on my own.

I think a lot of people go through this. I on the other side was so darn happy I was having it done and kept thinking I wished I could have had this done so many years ago. Just keep telling your self there is so many positive sides of having this done. Good Luck!!!!!!

I before surgery HATED sugar free items I couldn't handle the after taste. Well that has changed. I was shocked! I love my sugar free Popsicle. My taste buds changed............ Good Luck

I was unable to do all liquid diet and my NUT let me have chicken grilled NOT FRIED,or fish.... and what everyone else said No alcohol due to the liver issues

I had asked my Dr. you might realize it but watermelon is stringy is what I was told. I am able to have some now at 6 weeks out.

He might have heart burn, acid reflex. I was told that would cause the hunger feeling. I am taking medication which helps with the acid reflex. I was sleeved a little over a month ago and I had almost 2 week stall and have read TONS of people go through that. Good Luck. Remember when he does start losing again it might not be as fast. 2 lbs a week is a great goal.

wow, wished I looked that good at that weight LOL........ you look awesome!

average is about 45 minute to 1 hour surgery, I had my gallbladder taken out also and it was close to 2 hours

It depends on your Dr. if you go to my gallery and look at my paperwork I scanned this is from my Dr. on what you can eat and when. Scrambled eggs I would say no not yet.......

(insurance wanted this) I had to ask my primary Dr. to refer me to the Bariatric Dr. and sent a report about my HBP and health issues. I have not taken 1 pill for HBP since surgery!!!!! and its normal now!

Sounds like your Dr. is "out of network" so yes sounds normal. Hospital called me and told me mine would be close to $4000.00 but I corrected her and informed her I had called my insurance and since my Dr. was "in network" I had NO out of pocket expense. She argued with me but I had her call the insurance company and she called me back and said Sorry she was wrong. So yes they want that amount up front 2 weeks before surgery. If there is any difference they will refund or bill you. My insurance paid for surgery/3 day stay at hospital was over $45,000.00 Call your insurance and ask questions!!!!!!!

3oz of 1 of the following grilled fish, chicken, shrimp, steak. I would do protein shakes 2 a day min.(they really want you to drink 4-6) I would have salad with chicken or shrimp, I would do fish with side salad. I did do salad dressing used low fat and very small amount. Cut out most of your fatty foods, take out food. gave up caffeine, no pop even diet. 8 cups of water a day. You will feel like you are floating in the beginning LOL...... 2 days before surgery liquids(soups, broth, protein drinks, jello, Popsicle) only, 24 hours before surgery only clear liquids (water, broth, Popsicle, jello)

Jess, sorry I did not read the starting post, only your last post! Keep your chin up!

Jessharris, OMG me too, I am up 2lbs and should be starting in a week... Been kind of bummed the last couple days!

My step dad had the excess skin paid for, but he had to document for 1 year of the issues. redness, rash in the folds and stuff.

I took 3 weeks off, I had my gallbladder out at the same time. I might of been able to work part of last week. Thursday and Friday I was wanting to do deep cleaning in my home but knowning I am still on lifting restrictions so I couldn't. I think it was good I was home, getting used to the food changes have been hard at work. I am on the phone a lot. so I have to make the time to go eat every 2 1/2-3 hours and to plan it all out to make sure I always have something to snack on if I start not feeling good. Done good this week. Glad it is a short week.

Been 2 weeks 5 days since I had surgery. I am down to 230lbs total 33lbs, (12lbs down from day of surgery weight) even though when I left hospital I was up 11lbs, but how do I count re-losing that weight. My mom and I went to the mountains Sat. road was a little bumpy but I did ok. I ended up pretty tired when I got home, and I have taken it easy today. I wished I had a little more energy but I figured it really has not been that long. I think this weekend has been the hardest with the food, I am tired of what I been eating and nothing taste good. But do love sugar free banana flavored Popsicle's, and they only have 2 in a bag of 12..........grrrrrr So my other half wants to go camping one last time next weekend........ I want to go but I am a little worried how I will do with my food. I know home I have food choices I guess I will make sure I have TONS of extra stuff around just to give me choices. I start work back up tomorrow. I have to remind myself to eat. At least it will be a short work week, 3 days and then 4 hours on Friday!! I know this is a short blog this week, but honestly don't have a lot to report. Hope you are enjoying your weekend!

From what they told me soft foods are most things we eat, (no Steak), but hamburger, chicken.... if you go to my gallery. I scanned what my Dr. put as soft foods and tips and tricks.