Jane????

Hi everyone. Ok so I had an appointment with my PCP on Friday June 3rd he also did a full physical and he wrote me a letter of recommendation for the sleeve surgery. And on Tuesday May 31st he ran something called a fasting blood test. I also asked for a copy of the blood work to take to my consultation on June 8. I am beyond ready. I'm also keeping a food log now. My concern is that I won't be able to get the sugary done this summer. Since I'm a teacher its best for me during this time. I'm worried I started the process too late. Even though my insurance BCBSIL PPO doesn't require any documented weight loss before I'm worried about what the docs at the University of Chicago will have me do. Has anyone gone through their program??? Is it even possible to accomplish this this summer or am I getting ahead of myself??? Also does my BMI also affect how soon I'm approved. I'm 5'3 I weigh 301 and my BMI is over 51. I'm so nervous about this all I can't wait for Wednesday. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I forgot to mention I also cried it was very emotional for me even though they kept asking the same questions Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone. So I just made it home from my appointment. It was slightly over 2hrs. long. The surgeon, psychiatrist and the dietitian all remarked that I seemed very well informed. My surgeon also said it was totally possible to have the surgery before school started, it all depends on my insurance (I totally called that one). He said within the week he would send me an email with a few things his team required. I would have to complete them then he would submit it to my insurance company Also I do have to complete a sleep study and I didn't need a letter from my PCP they take care of that. I am so excited the team was super super nice. Everyone seemed to completely get it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My appointment is June 8 and I will definitely updated after I leave the docs office. I have found so much strength and knowledge from this app. It baffles me that everyone arrived at the same spot with different war stories to tell. Something tells me my experience will be no different. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@charley27 I live in Cal City and I'm going with the University of Chicago. What about you? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I love the feedback you all are giving me, trust me it's so appreciated. If I couldn't get it done this summer I'm totally aiming for a winter or spring break surgery. Or I just may schedule it for next summer. I had gallbladder removal surgery at the beginning of this past school year and I had to take a week and a half off I don't really want to take off another extended leave like that. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I asked my insurance to mail me the requirements for BS and luckily a supervised diet is not a requirement. I plan on going in being brutally honest and proving I'm committed to this life change and hopefully my appointments can be mad as close together as possible. June 8 I have an appointment with the surgeon, the nutritionist and I have the psychological evaluation. I have fingers and toes crossed. Thank you for taking the time to read and respond to my post Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi. I wish you nothing but the best. Good luck Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have BCBSIL and asked them to send a a copy of the BS requirements and no they do not require and type of weight loss program before surgery I was sooo happy to read that. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@charley27 of course you don't have to, however it's better to stick with a blue distinction facility because it will cost you less in copay and coinsurance. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm curious to know how long did it take from your first appointment with a surgeon to your sugary date? Particularly if your insurance doesn't require weight loss or dieting before the surgery. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@PissiChrissi which facility? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I say call Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I weigh 300 and I've just gotten to the point where I can't live the way I want to. I love my job as a teacher and it's getting harder to do it with all this weight to carry around and I'm with young kids I want to be able to play around with them, take field trips and not be limited or even have my own children and have enough energy to be with them when I get home Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@charley27 I see we both seem to be at the same stage good luck to you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@meganskl that is amazing. I could only wish Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have a consultation on June 8 and I'm a bit nervous Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

In my first appointment I'll be meeting my surgeon, nutritionist and dietitian Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Angelica90 My appointment is June 8. Did they give you an estimate of how long it'll be before you surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi my name is Jane and I've recently decided to talk to my primary doc about gastric sleeve surgery, but I'm unsure of how to approach this. I'm also unsure if he'll ok me. Or if my insurance will approve. I have BCBSIL PPO through my employer and they do cover Bariatric surgery. I weigh about 295 and I'm 5'3 and for some reason I think in order for me to get the ok I would need to weigh a lot more. I don't really have and underlining health issues except for the constant stiffness and body pains I feel because of my weight. I'm so lost here. I'm curious to know how much other ppl weighed and how long was the wait to have the surgery after your initial convo with your primary doc. PLEASE if someone could shed a little light I'd be so grateful. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@docpaddle thank you for sharing your story. You touched on two topics I worry about not enjoying food feeling sick by everything that touches my lips and all the ppl/coworkers who will look at me and pass judgement Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm very curious about BCBS standards in other states. Anything would help thank you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes I just need my doc to fill out a form saying its a medical necessity since my BMI is over 40 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm looking into having my session and (fingers crossed) surgery at the University of Chicago. They have Blue Destination which I'm told is good if you have BCBS Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Lots of typos in that. Sorry Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App