Mrs Sabre

Congratulations! I'm jealous

Kim - I've sent an e-mail. I don't know how effective it is through this site, but we'll find out.

I've put it on my calendar and will definitely try to make it. If everyone eats with reckless abandon before surgery, then I'm also sure I'm not the only one who fills embarrassed at what/how much they eat? I am already looking at my food differently. You know how Chinese restaurants always have really BIG portions? I sat eating my lunch yesterday thinking how one box of Chinese take out could last me an entire week after being banded. I'm going to save a ton on food, and hopefully spend it all on new clothes

Kim, how long did it take from start to surgery for you? OK, now I'm excited! From those who have UHC and work at Wachovia, it doesn't sound like I'll have any problems. Now I just have to wait for the OK. Yippee!

Thanks for all of the input, and I really appreciate the support! I checked my schedule, and barring the unforeseen I may be able to make the Sept. 24th meeting at Friday's. Does everyone eat with reckless abandon before their surgery? At the rate I'm going, I may hit the BMI 40 mark before I get to surgery.

Hi! I'm new here too. I'm just starting the process, and hope to be banded in early 2006 (if not sooner).

Thank you all for the input. My coverage is through Wachovia Bank, and I have already confirmed that they cover WLS. I just wasn't sure about coverage for lower BMI's & boarderline co-morbidities. I saw my PCP on Wed., 8/31/05, and he mailed my predetermination letter on Fri., 9/2/05. To extend the paper trail and increase my chances, I see a weight loss/bariatric specialist on Thurs., 9/8/05. The ball is rolling; I just pray UHC agrees!

I have United Health Care thru my employer.