Ronnie0422

Started my process in October and had surgery March 23rd. Had to have 4 consecutive months of weigh ins, had to see a psych, get an endoscopy and see a nutritionist. Didn't mind the process. The time helped me get mortally prepared. I know some people habe to go through a longer process but I'm sure insurance make you do that because only those who want it will go through it.

I use source of life gold and superabsorbeze calcium strong teeth formula. Both pretty good and no problem taking. Had my surgery 3/23

I'm going to look into the slim fast and yogurt pops, thank you. I also have to find a new multi vitamin, I have gummies and forgot that they are not good to take after the surgery. Someone mentioned a liquid one, just not sure where they got it from.

3 days post op and I'm feeling great. From reading other people stories I was expecting the worst. I have a headache that I can't get rid of, that's it. Trying to get my my protein in now. Need another brand of shakes. My new stomach doesn't like the lean 25 from gnc anymore. Good luck everyone, we got this!

Been in the hospital since surgery Thursday. Can't get enough liquids in for me to leave. It hurts like hell. Surgery wasn't that bad, not much gas until I start to drink and I've been walking a lot. Hoping to go home today but we'll see

After going through so much I finally got approved. I'm excited and nervous at the same time. My surgery is scheduled for thursday. Not sure what I should take with me when I go but will soon figure it out

Nope! Still waiting and insurance is still saying pending. I was told today I can call Monday and speak to the pre certification staff because they are not there on the weekends. Wish I knew that was an option I would have done that yesterday.

My surgery is scheduled for this saturday and I have yet to get approved. I started my pre op diet and would hate to have done it to get denied. I feel as if I want to reschedule to a date after I get approved. Has anyone got approval right before their surgery date?

So sorry to hear that. I had to reschedule due to a family member passing. Still waiting for approval. Was told I should hear something next week. If you can, you should do another appeal before deciding to go to Mexico. I'm sure it's frustrating. Good luck

I did and all I was told was that it's pending.

Thank you, I figured that was smarter but my surgeon said I'll have no issues. I'll probably call and postpone until I hear back from my insurance. Thanks!

So today I went to see my PCP to sign my letter of reccomendation for surgery and she flipped the script on me. When I started the process in October she was on board with everything. She was aware of everything needed to be done and said the letter isn't a problem. Gave me the letter in writing, I just needed to type it. Today she tells me she's not sure if it's a good idea due to my chronic skin condition that I have (hidradenitis suppurativa). Said she mentioned it to a dermatologist I also see in her office and they both are against it now. Excuse my language but what type of shit is that??? I go in for my last weigh in and nutrition appointment next wk. Not even sure what to do now.

I had to add another month weigh in. My surgeon said she will speak to me on Friday about my options. I made an appointment to see my gyn and with another PCP for the end of this month just in case. Still trying to be optimistic about it.

That's great and good luck on your journey!

Same here and I hope you get approved as well. Have you started the process already?

I hope that's an option for me. Good luck on your journey!

Hey, my insurance requires 4 months for the diet and Friday will be last visit. The letter from the PCP is required also for my insurance approval. I'm going to call the weight management office to see what options I have.

That's the main reason why I'm getting the surgery for remission of my HS. I can't do anything as far as working out because it's so bad. Still waiting for a call from someone. So we'll see.

Yes only because I am suppose to have everything by next wk so my papers can be sent to my insurance for approval. If I dont get a call back tomorrow I'll call the weight loss office and see if I just add extra months for my weigh ins and look for another PCP

Thank you!

She's suppose to be calling the bariatric surgeon tomorrow morning. I just hate that this changed all of a sudden, everything was smooth sailing but now this.

Same thing I've heard but she said they are afraid due to the stage I'm in it could be in my bloodstream and cause problems. Doesn't make sense because the dermatologist said I should get surgery on the areas with him. Doesn't make sense

I had my psych evaluation yesterday and she said she doesn't think I'm emotionally prepared for the surgery. She wants me to see her once a week, for how long? I'm not even sure. Says I show clear signs of depression and looks like I just need someone to talk to. I've told myself this for a while but kept brushing it off. I didn't have expectations going in but hearing that didn't cross my mind. I don't want to just stop the whole process because that's what it is, a process. I just feel like I took a step back.

Thank you! I was telling myself that too, it's a process to be become my best self. Going to make another appointment and go in optimistic and a positive attitude.

I have my psych evaluation this afternoon and I'm not sure why I'm so nervous. After this I have my endoscopy then final appointment with the nutrition. Time flew by and I'm getting excited