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Stats very similar but I am older, I'm 46yrs old. I was 35 bmi, 5'4". HW 215, SW 205 on 11.1.16, ,CW 147. I have a little loose skin but really nothing crazy. I am trying to tone up myself what I can. But was definitely worth it to me. I am much healthier. Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations!! So happy for you! Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 5'4" was 205 day of surgery 11.1.16. My HW was 215 just had 1yr checkup & now at 148. My sleep apnea is gone & blood pressure is great. Would like to get into 130's but really happy with my progress Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

I am almost 10 months out. Just make sure you sip sip sip during your exercising. I definitely can't drink it up like I use to but just keep it handy. I do aerobics, step box, weights, body pump, cardio, Zumba. Just make sure you keep the water with you & sip it instead of gulping. Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

You look amazing! I'm so glad you posted this!! I've lost 65lbs &now a 25 BMI & still in overweight range. 5lbs from "normal". But I feel great & healthy in my eyes Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

I would appeal!! I was a 35BMI with mild sleep apnea. BCBSOK approved me Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

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You only need to share what you are comfortable with. I wasn't going to tell very many people but I was so excited I just ended up telling everyone. When I got funny looks or bad comments I just reminded them that this was my decision and I was asking for their opinion or advice but only letting them know to help give me support Sent from my VS990 using BariatricPal mobile app

Stalls happen. Just keep on course. Your body is adjusting. It will start falling off again Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

You are doing great!! I love progress pics!!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

I took off 1 week & went back the 2nd week on 1/2 days. I am a manager at a credit union. Mostly a desk job just had a lifting restriction Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

Amazing!!! I just love my sleeve too!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

You have done great!!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

I use nectar Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

I'm so sorry! That is devastating! Don't give up. Will be praying your appeal goes well Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

Congrats!! You are an inspiration!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

Well I have waiting since February and 3 surgeons later tomorrow is the day I've been waiting for. I know there will be struggles but I am super excited to start this journey!!

After 9 months I finally got a surgery date today!! I'm so incredibly excited for this. I have been wanting this for a long time and I can actually see the light at the end of the tunnel! just 2weeks!! Here I come!!

Yea!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

congratulations!! I know exactly how you feel!! I recently got my approval & now waiting for my surgery date!! Should be around the first week of November!! It is very exciting!! Good luck on your journey!!

Finally!! Just heard from insurance co. that it is approved!! This is 3rd surgeon so it has been a process. Dr. office just called & we have scheduled pre-surgery apt for 10/17 & probably scheduling surgery for 11/8 or 11/9. Will know for sure after pre-surgery apt. I've been through the run around w/ 2nd surgeon. So glad I found this new surgeon & they seem to have everything organized and running their office like it should be. I'm so excited!!

I have had some friends act like i'm crazy to have it done before Thanksgiving but I just told them....I've obviously enjoyed overindulging for the past 45 years I am actually welcoming this Thanksgiving and enjoying just being w/ family and my new journey!!

I know what you mean. It has been a crazy journey & praying I hear something soon. Please keep us posted on your story. I pray that it all goes well for you!! Sent from my VS990 using the BariatricPal App

I was approved back in April but that surgeon was out of network w/ insurance. So I changed surgeons to find one that was in my insurance network. So went to a different surgeon in-network in May. it took them forever to submit and I found out in August that it was declined because he didn't do the surgery in a Blue Distinction Center so I went to a new surgeon a couple of weeks ago. She only made me do one appointment w/ her nutritionist since I had done everything else & been through 2 other programs. I went to the appointment this past Monday. They just submitted to insurance this week. I verified w/ the insurance company that they received everything from the Dr on 9/28. Now just waiting for their approval....again....LOL. I'm sure it will be approved but I'm still so nervous & will feel less anxious when I know it has been done for sure.

I did a sleep study and was told I do not have sleep apnea . Only thing I can do now is get my cholesterol checked I guess and pray it's high enough ... I looked online for a listed of Anthems less common comorbidities that are possibly covered. Arthritis, back pain, pulling of blood in the lower extremities are a few... I have all 3 of those. Just not sure that will be approved. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App I know it sounds crazy to wish high cholesterol but I know exactly how you feel. I was praying for sleep apnea before I was diagnosed. I know that they have to put a number on this for insurance purposes but it's so frustrating that we are trying to do something about this before it gets totally out of control and we have all the comorbidities. I wish you luck in your journey!!