ShannonS

Hi ALl! I have gotten some wonderful emails from some of you San Diego Gals! My Dr wants to put in a request for me on the lapband.. But the gastro Dr.s he uses dont do that procedure. So, I am trying to find a Dr that does lap band under Mercy Physicians medical group in San Diego. Through Pacificare HMO. Anyone know how I can find this info WITHOUT having to call insurance?

Yes, but Pacific Bariatrics doesnt doe Mercy Med anymore. My Dr. found Dr Callery or Dr. Potts that will work with my insurance. The request goes in tomorrow! I am so nervous!

My medical group is Mercy Physicians medical group. My dr was willing to go above and beyond to help me. But it has been 2 weeks and I havent heard anything. I am calling this morning to see if they are open and what they have found out. Thanks for all the advice! It is very helpful!

Hi I am Shannon from San Diego, CA. I am just beginning my journey here in the banded world. I have done some initial investigating and have my first PCP appt on Tues to talk about this option and all my medical problems that have come about because of my weight. I had my second child in May of 06 and topped the scales at 300lbs when I delivered. Due to breastfeeding, I went down to about 240. I ahven been b/fing for about 10 mos now and am back up near 300. My BMI is about 41-43, I have HBP, a foot problem, back problems, bd knees, bulging leg veins, and the list goes on. I have Pacificare HMO. I am looking forward to learning about how to better my life and live long enough to see my kids have kids and them have kids. LOL Any advice on dealing with Pacificare HMO, dos/don'ts will be greatly appreciated!:kiss2: