maximr

I was banded on Jan 25, 2010 and have Tricare Standard (South). I had to have pre authorization for the surgery. It took a letter from my PCP and the LapBand Dr. I was told so many different things by TRICARE. I was told that the authorization would not show up on the website - wrong it did. I was told that I needed a consult prior to approval - wrong, when the LapBand Dr's office sent in the results of the consult Tricare wanted to know why they were sending it, when the Surgery was approved. Bottom line don't take anything for granted...get the Approval/Authorization Number and then you know every thing will be paid for. I got a different answer everytime I called. The important call is the one where they give you the Approval/Authorization Number.

I am now 4 days post op and today is the first day I have felt good. I am not hungry, but I constantly sip water, juice, or a shake. I did have three TBLS of coffee this morning and it made my mouth dry. When all the gas pains go away I think I will feel much better. Love to compare experiences Thanks

Hi, I'm from central Arkansas. Mt band date is Jan 25, Dr Baker. I have Tricare and it took about 45 days to get my paperwork done and approved.

I get banded on the 25th and I feel like I'm on a rollercoaster. I saw the Doc Thur and started the diet, and now I have a cold. I hope I get to keep my Band date. It is a real challange to stay on the diet with this cold, food was my comfort drug.

Yes, I can lose but can't keep it off. My band date is Jan 27 it has taken me 2 years to make the decision.