Hi I am new to this forum also. I am in the 2nd mo of my 3 mo weight loss attempt. I see the surgeon next Tuesday. It will be oct/nov before I can get the surgery if it is all approved. What a bunch of steps!! A lot of work to take a chance at not being approved by the insurance company. My PCP doesn't seem too interested in this process. I sure hope he does what is needed. My BMI is under 40 but I have the co morbidities. I will be glad when I walk through the waiting!