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Which insurance companies cover the ESG procedure?
SammieKay posted a topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
The health insurance exchange opens up again in November. Which providers cover ESG? Thank you. -
Can anyone share info on the weight loss results achieved after endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty? Also, did you experience any pain after the procedure? Please talk us through what the procedure was like for you and what your weight loss journey has been like since the procedure. And, for those who shared that their insurance paid for the procedure, which insurance provider covers ESG and how long did insurance approval take? Thank you.
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Anyone know someone who had the ESG procedure more than 2 years ago?
SammieKay posted a topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
I'm wondering what folks are hearing about the long term effectiveness of the ESG procedure? I've seen the 1 year study (still effective) but am curious about what the early group of ESG pioneers are experiencing today. Is it still working? Would they do it again? -
ESG scheduled for February 6
SammieKay replied to hope4momof4's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Hi ESG Community, Where did everyone go? Please continue sharing your experiences after having the endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. Are you still losing weight? Are there any great tips you've learned along the way? Do you still feel that the non-surgical procedure was the way to go? There's not much info on what happens as time progresses. Anything that you can share will be helpful to those of who are traveling the road behind you. -
Which insurance companies cover the ESG procedure?
SammieKay replied to SammieKay's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
There have been several people on this site who've said their ESG was covered by insurance. Let's see if anyone answers. -
I just had the ESG procedure
SammieKay replied to JimL's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
I wonder if the stomach stretches if you don't feel the restriction until AFTER you've eaten more than you should have? -
Procedure Date Thursday September 28th
SammieKay replied to Belle3endosleeve's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Yea, Belle, you did it! Glad to hear that your procedure was successful. You seem to have been out for a long time following your procedure. I wonder if others were out for 5-6 hours post-procedure. Do you think that the difficulty you experienced the first couple of days was related to the anesthesia? Was your throat sore afterwards? -
Procedure Date Thursday September 28th
SammieKay replied to Belle3endosleeve's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Blessings to you Belle. May you have a safe and successful procedure. Looking forward to hearing your update when you're back online. -
Just had the ESG as well
SammieKay replied to AlCzervik's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Congratulations & thanx for sharing! I'm considering having the procedure, but am concerned about the potential level of pain. On a scale of 1(low) to 5(high), how would you rate the pain that you experienced? Also, did your docs do anything specific to ensure that you wouldn't have throat pain? -
Yes! It will work because you will do your part to make the most of the support that this procedure offers. May your procedure be safe, easy and super successful. Tomorrow is the beginning of a whole new and wonderful life for you. Congrats!
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First, realize that you are not obligated to tell anyone anything. It's your story to tell IF, and WHEN you want to do so. If someone asks you if you had weight loss surgery you can say, " That's an interesting question. Here's what I will say: I made a conscious decision to put myself and my health first. And, that decision led me to put a plan in place that's helping me to get healthy. My focus is getting & staying healthy. And, I'm keeping the conversation at that level and not getting derailed into making this about weight". Then move the conversation along by switching topics..... A bit long, but hopefully you get the idea.
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I just had the ESG procedure
SammieKay replied to JimL's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
@GreenEyed, Did you also have gas "problems"? If so, when did the gas subside enough for you to feel comfortable at work? You're doing great with the weight loss! Was the 20lb loss the result of the ESG alone, or have you been working out, as well? Thank you for sharing your experience. The more info I have the better I feel about moving forward with the procedure. -
I just had the ESG procedure
SammieKay replied to JimL's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Jim, The restriction is key for me too. Considering what you've shared I need to give some thought to when I want to return to the office. I can pretty much get up to walk around, as needed, unless I'm in a meeting. But, I really don't want to be at work gasing up the place! That wouldn't be good at all. I'll ask the doc if there's something I can take to lessen the effects. I, too, hope that my experience will be as "pain-free" as yours has been. Thanks, again. -
I just had the ESG procedure
SammieKay replied to JimL's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Jim, thanks for sharing your progress. It's really helpful. How soon after the procedure did you feel well enough to return to work? I'm hoping I can have the procedure on a Thursday or Friday and return to work on the following Monday. Was your throat really sore afterwards? If so, did the doc give you something to ease the pain? How much weight loss were you told to expect over the first 3-6 months? And, finally, did your doc say anything about how patients who have lived with the procedure for a longer period of time are doing? -
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty
SammieKay replied to KikiSue🙋🏼's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Another question: are green juices and smoothies allowed after the procedure? -
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty
SammieKay replied to KikiSue🙋🏼's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Why is IV treatment needed? Does the restricted diet result in dehydration? Also, I read somewhere that the majority of the weight comes off in the first 3-6 months. Is this true? What have your doctor's told you to expect? -
Wanting to talk with someone that's had this done
SammieKay replied to KikiSue🙋🏼's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Hey recent Endo Sleevers, Any updates? How is your weight loss progressing? And, how are you feeling? -
Wanting to talk with someone that's had this done
SammieKay replied to KikiSue🙋🏼's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
Can anyone share info on the weight loss results achieved after endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty? Also, did you experience any pain after the procedure? Please talk us through what the procedure was like for you and what your weight loss journey has been like since the procedure. And, for those who shared that their insurance paid for the procedure, which insurance provider covers ESG and how long did insurance approval take? Thank you.