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Thanks, I contacted them today. They are going to e-mail me available dates today or tomorrow. I'm trying to talk my friend into going and getting the sleeve too. She has signed up with the same surgeon here to get the band. I think I have her about convienced to get the sleeve instead. I will keep you posted. Judy

I finally got a call today for my pre-op appt. and visit with the surgeon. July 10th They said I would be there all day. It took 5 weeks to hear from anyone after the seminar and paper work. My insurance will only pay for the band or bypass. NO exceptions. I told the coordinator that I wanted the sleeve. She said the insurance will pay for all my pre testing and lab work. I wouldn't have to pay for the program fee if I was self pay. That helps alot. I would cost me about the same as going to see Dr. Aceves. My husband was told he would be layed off from his job this winter. I am trying not to put us in too much debt. Here is an idea that I have. I wonder if the insurance will cover the mini bypass. Then while the surgeon was doing the mini-by-pass he could make me a sleeve instead of just closing off that part of the stomach. I could pay him his fee for the sleeve. Does that make sence? What is your opinion on this? Does the mini bypass work for people? Thanks, Judy:svengo:

Thank You Elizabethsew. That is very doable. Judy

Thank you Wasa for that info.. After all the stress over the insurance company and lack of communication from Surgeons office I'm 90% sure I am not going to give them anymore of my time. I'm sure I don't want to get into any fraud issues. I have contacted Dr. Aceves office and am waiting to hear back from them. I feel like that is the right thing to do. Thank you for all your help. This board has been a life saver for me. Hugs, Judy

Thank you Norma for your input on this. You are so right about this being our own body and having the right to choose what we want done to it. I have my heart set on the sleeve and I'm going to stick to my decision. I know that it will work out. I hope that things will work out for you too. Have you thought about applying for a loan at the bank? Keep me posted on how it's going for you. Judy

Thanks Ladies, I hope to find out something soon. I think I will start the low carb, low fat, high protien diet this weekend. Maybe I can go ahead and be fitted in before the end of July. I have to go back to work soon. Hugs, Judy

Carol, That sounds so good. I will try that this weekend at the 4th cook out. I've got plenty of fresh vegs in the garden. Thanks, Judy

Yes, it does. I knew I could hear that hillbilly accent in your post.LOL I"m about 20 miles south of Elizabethtown. Thats about halfway between Louisville and Bowling Green. Do you miss KY.?

Congrats. on your date. I'm really excited for you. You sound so romantic saying "my love",

I have Humana PPO and the deductible is $250. The insurance dosen't cover the consult or program fee. Judy

Thanks for the support everyone. I was told at first that the sleeve was covered and now this. I have decided to talk to the Surgeon (Dr Oldham) first. Then I will decide what to do. No I really don't want the band. On top of all that, I had to see the RA specialist today. He gave me a steriod shot in my shoulder and put me on steroids for 12 days. He then said they will make you very hungry. LOL Like that is going to matter right now. Thanks, Beard, I will think about Dr. A if all else fails. Hugs Everybody, Judy

I called back for more info. and was told it wouldn"t do any good for an appeal. They have been down this road before with this ins. company and other patients. Total cost would be Central Baptist in Lexington, KY -$16750. Georgetown, KY - $14850 :tongue_smilie:Judy

Thank you for the info Ladie. I hope to start my preop diet soon. I will be careful to follow the Dr. orders. I'm sorry this happened to you. Are you ok now? Did your liver heal? Judy

Wow! I am impressed. Most people post that they have a little weight gain from the IV fluids. You are doing great.:laugh0: Judy

OHHH! I'm doing the happy dance for you. Congrats. I picked up some protien shakes at Wal-Mart called Eas. The chocolate ones were good. I tried the Slimfast and didn't like them as much. I'm sure there will be others on here that can help you out better than I can. I'm still waiting for a date. I just wanted to see what they tasted like. Hugs, Judy

Sorry Wasa, I hardly ever use a recipe or measure. I just put in what I think it needs and keep an eye on things until its done. I would say about 15-30 minutes. You can tell when they are tender and ready to eat. HTH, Judy PS, I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. I loved my grandmother dearly and still think of her often.

I will be praying for you. I know how you feel about leaving you little ones, but you know in your heart that you are doing the right thing. Just try to put your worries in God's hands and he will take care of you and them. Just keeping thinking of all the extra activies that that you will be able to do with them. Try to imagine how much better you are going to feel and look. Plus the good example that you will be setting. Hey wait, I think I talking to myself too. LOL, Hugs, Judy