mommashari

This morning I got EKG, pulse test, blood drawn for labs, urine test , blood pressure, chest X-ray and then the last thing was to speak with hospitalist. He gives you clearance for surgery. My insurance previously was approved. NOW, test results go to Dr Mattar (same office as your doc) and then the surgery date will be set. PLUS the all day workshop/class date will be set. I am hoping by Friday if this week, I will get a call regarding dates. Do you live near Indy?

I am in Evansville. Having my surgery in Indianapolis with Dr. Mattar.

I found out that my surgeon sent all my paperwork to my insurance company today. Anyone else have United Health Care? How long was your approval process?

Well after 4 months of supervised nut classes and 1 psych eval, tomorrow I meet with the surgeon for my last appt before surgery. I do not have date set yet because surgeon will have to send all my info to my insur company and then I just need to wait for approval. It will be here before I know it! What are some things you asked your surgeon before surgery?

Paddled....you look great.

I have UHC and they are covering my bypass. For those who it does not cover, talk to your employer.

After 2 hours my psych test and interview are done. Was not bad at all. Well good news, I can tell my husband he was wrong---I am not crazy. lol

My psych eval is today. Can not wait to get it over with.

My psych eval is in a few weeks. Then I have two months to go! Can not wait.

My insurance requires 6 months supervised weight loss class/doc visits/psych eval. I am on month 3 and it seems like such a long time away. I am getting really tired of this time frame.... But on a positive note, I know after surgery I will have a whole new me for the rest of my life. I can not wait for what the future holds.

So tomorrow I start my diet to loose 20 pounds and get the liver ready for surgery. High protein, no carbs and no sugar. Along with no caffeine. Wish me luck!

I would love the list also please. slgesser@yahoo.com

Day 5 of my diet. Things are well and I bring my lunch everyday. Today at work they are suppling pizza for everyone. None for me!!!! But I do admit, it smells good.

I have UHC. Have to do a 6 month doctor supervised diet. I have to pay co-pays for nutrition classes. The surgery itself, insurance covers 80% and I get billed the rest (after surgery). I do have to pay psych eval up front. Do not know about tummy tucks. Good question.

I have UHC and already have a nurse. Meet with my doctor and nutritionist yesterday. I scheduled my pysch eval for June. I am 80/20 also. Do you have to do the whole 6 month wait on your policy also?

Evansville Indiana