Wow I just started my stuff in Nov and could have had the surgery in Jan but didn't because of saving vacation time to have surgery, I am having mine next Monday. Didn't have any issues with insurance at all. I only had to do two diabetic consults and a psychological evaluation and it was done. Now I do have a couple health issues 1) over weight 2) BMI 3) sleep apnea and that's it. I hope you all get to have your surgery soon. Cox Health in Springfield, MO Dr. Woods awesome!