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distant0098

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  1. distant0098

    Im Approved!!!

    Tracy, I am sure that the PCOS played a role in getting me approved. One of the co-moabilitys they list is PCOS and it cause from being overweight. It can lead to fertility problems as well as diabetes.
  2. distant0098

    Lucky # Sevens- July 07 Bandsters

    Hi Everyone, I just found out Friday that I am being banded on July 19th. I am crazy happy! I have a 2 week pre op diet to do. Today is day 2 of that. Its going okay, not quite as hungry as I imagined it would be. Im drinking 2 Slim Fast Protein Shakes a day. And a high protein/low carb dinner. Consuming the 64 oz of water is tough, I have been subsituting it for Tea with Splenda, and Crystal Lite. I hear the pre op diet is pretty important, so I want to get this right. Ive dieted a big majority of my life, so 2 weeks shouldnt kill me. Im glad to be here, and thrilled to FINALLY have a surgery date.
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    Approved Yesterday, Surgery 07/19/07

    I have a 35.5 bmi, along with Rhumatoid Arthritus, polycystic ovaries, and some blood pressure issues. I have also, tried phentermine, meridia and weight watchers. I was worried myself because my BMI was right on the border that I wouldnt get it. But my worrys are over....i am so thrilled!
  4. WOW, just got my approval yesterday. they called me this morning to tell me my surgery date is 07/19/07!! I start my 2 week pre op today! Please tell me this 2 week diet aint so bad...I dont even care, Im ready for this change!! I am so excited I could bust!!!!:clap2:
  5. distant0098

    Almost there...

    Hello, thanks Physllser for inviting me. I didnt even realize this forum was here. Allow me to introduce myself. I am 32 yrs old. Mother of three. I live right outside of Nashville TN. I started this whole thing on May 3, I went to Dr Mortons office, got weighed and filled out paperwork. I weighed 197 and am 5'2.5. I had a BMI of 35.5. I also have Rheumatoid Arthritus, polysystic ovaries, along with some blood pressure issues. Because of that I am eligible for surgery. I had to get 2 letters of Medical Necessity, and had my phychicatric evaluation on June 18. I was approved yesterday, and my surgery date is set for July 19. I started my pre op diet today. I am so excited, I want to share it with everyone!!!
  6. distant0098

    Surgery Scheduled 07/23

    Your going to look and feel great!! Sounds like we are running head to head. We can do this!! I'm not scared at all, I am so looking forward to a new life!!! Michelle
  7. I am first day pre-op. WE CAN DO THIS!! Just 2 weeks, just think how worth it, its gonna be!!!!
  8. distant0098

    Im Approved!!!

    From my expierence it can be way sooner then 5 months, thats what I was told also. I have a 35.5 BMI, with Rheumatoid Arthritus.Polycistic Ovaries, with blood pressure issues. I got 2 letter of recomendations (one from Primary, the other from Rheumatologist) and a medical evaluation. I have PHCS insurance through my husbands work. Things move quick (especially if you call and bug the crap out of them on a daily basis, checking to see if your approved) Im surprised how fast it did get approved.
  9. <p>Okay so May 3rd I did orientation. </p> <p>June 18th I have my evaluation.</p> <p>Today I sent off 2 letters of medical necessity.</p> <p>They said that they were turning everything into my insurance first thing in the morning. i have PHCS insurance. Any ideas?</p> <p>I am so excited.</p> <p>Im even excited about the 2 week pre op!</p>
  10. distant0098

    Hello, 18 days to go!

    Congrads!! I havent got that far yet. I just sent in my letter of necessity today. that is the last piece they need to file my insurance...Oh a July surgery would be just peachy!!
  11. distant0098

    Will PHCS cover?

    My husband has PHCS insurance does anyone know if they often cover the lapband? I have a BMI of 35.5 and i know the insurance wants a letter of necessity and a psychiatric evaluation. What kind of questions will I be asked during this evaluation? Any advise?
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    Will PHCS cover?

    My husband has PHCS insurance. So far I know that you have to have a medical necessity and a psychiatric evaluation. Does PHCS often cover this procedure? (BMI 35.5) and what is some advise in talking to the psychiatrist?
  13. Hi, my name is Michelle. I live right outside of Nashville TN. I have just started the procedure to get banded. I went to Dr Mortons office yesterday, filled out paperwork, gave insurance information and got weighed. I am 5'2 and weigh 197. They said my BMI was 35.5. Can I get such a surgery with a BMI that low? I have been on numerous diets only to gain back what I lost. I have rhuematoid Arthritus so maybe they will count that in as a factor. Anyone have a similar story? I also am wandering how long it may be till my surgery. Love the Forum!!!
  14. distant0098

    I wanna band!!

    any help out there?

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