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To call or not to call, that is the question....
Penpen replied to donbie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have UHC also. I had my first appointment with my surgeon and thought they sent for ins. approval right away but found out later, that they sent it out a week later. They actually told me that when I called to check on it about 2 weeks after the visit. There must be some reason it takes them that long to send for approval. I was also told that legally the insurance company has 30 days to reply. But if I remember right, it took almost 3 weeks for approval. Also, I checked our UHC account online nearly dayly and nothing ever showed up. Things didn't start hitting our account (reports, claims, etc.) until after surgery. I'm 19 days post op. I hope this helps. I actually blogged my timeline if your interested in seeing it. My blog is right above my signature. -
Blue Shield PPO- do u need to wait 6 months for surgery?
5DogMa replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have BCBS of Louisiana. They told me NO 6 month wait period 3 different times by 3 different people when I called in to verify coverage from the beginning to check on this. That was February of this year. Then when my WLS office called they said 6 months consecutive visits! My first WLS visit was in May, then I went in June, I didn't go in July because I was moving, but went in Aug, Sept, October. I have a pre-op Nov 17 and surgery penciled in for Dec 7th. There is a chance they will deny me coverage! Even after my WLS told me this I called them and again they said NO 6 month waiting period! This was in August.. Criteria was BMI 35+ with co/morb or BMI 40+. My BMI was 42. Then with all this testing they found 2 co/morbs so I could drop below 40. My co-worker had WLS 2 years ago and did not have a 6 month wait period. I am really upset about this. I have met my max out of pocket because of all this testing and if I have to wait until next year it will cost me another $4,000 out of pocket!!! This sucks out loud!! Anyone else have this kind of thing happen? If I had known this I would have went to that July appt between all the moving. My WLS is sending in for approval this next week. URGH!!!! -
Blue Shield PPO- do u need to wait 6 months for surgery?
wondering1 replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's not so bad. Really. I actually switched to Aetna half way through because they only require 3 months. Surgery in 12 days -
What does your pre-op diet look like?
lilymorg replied to Sonja's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Im in the middle of my liquid diet aswell. My surgeon requires 2 weeks of liquids. I am allowed 1200 calories and 130 carbs max - 2 glucerna Meal Replacement drinks - 1 scoop Protein powder - 2 cups milk - 4 fat free sugar free yogurts - 2 cups broth - 2 cups Gardennay soup unlimited Jello, crystal lite, and sugar free popsicles. No Caffine or carbonation. in the past 8 days I have lost 10 lbs. 8 days to go!! :smile1: -
26 Day Pre-OP?!?!?!
sassy k's mommy replied to pinknsassyemt's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It helps to decrease the size of your liver so reduces of pentrating the liver during surgery. My surgeron required all paitient to a four week preop diet. If your bmi isover 50 you are on it for six weeks. I only lost ten pounds. -
26 Day Pre-OP?!?!?!
jennifer1 replied to pinknsassyemt's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
wow 26 days!!!! guess i shouldn't complain about my 2 weeks. it is to shrink your liver, but every surgeon has their own protocol. As far as loosing weight and them not doing the surgery Ive never heard of that. I've been on my pre-op liquid diet for 6 days and have lost 10lbs. i shared this with a friend today and she was like wow see you dont need the surgery! ARE YOU SERIOUS! I've had nuthin but liquids so of course i'm gonna lose weight, but there is no way i can live off liquids only. i just kindly reminded her that i cant live on liquids. therefore i dont think a surgeon would ever say you lost too much weight to have the surgery. Now my surgeon does have a zero pound clause, meaning if you weigh more than you did when you started your pre-op's they can decide not to do the surgery! YIKES! but if you follow the pre-op rules dont see how that could happen. Best wishes to you! -
26 Day Pre-OP?!?!?!
sableonblond replied to pinknsassyemt's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I thought two weeks was Hell.... 25 days! Why so long? -
Weight loss during pre-op diet
faroutman replied to EzekielsMommy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm on the liquid diet for 14 days. I am actually going 18 days. I had my mind set to start on a certain day before I got my surgery day, and my surgery day was 18 days from the day I wanted to start. I should have known better. But I'm in it now and there is no turning back. This is day 8 and I'm feeling better with the 14 pounds I've lost already. I'm shooting for 25. I'm not gellin' on the 2 weeks after surgery. A brother wants something solid. -
6 month weigh ins for insurance approval bc/bs of AL
JanetLynn posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi guys and gals, I'm a newbie and went to my first seminar 2 weeks ago. I was told I have to do the 6 month dr supervised diet/weigh in for bc/bs of AL. How long after your last weigh in does it take to get the approval letter? Thanks to all who respond! -
You could ask you doc about it. Just remember that your hormones are wacky with all the changes in your body, so your cycle is bound to change. If you're anemic, find out from you doc when you can start iron supplements. I was told week five, but every doc is different. The iron will make you feel much better!
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Are Bandsters like Brides???
NJGirl32 replied to NJGirl32's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks everyone- it's nice to know that I am not the only one totally obessed with the band Renne-thanks for sharing your journey with your husband. I hope I get lots more hugs and more affection too! Last night we wentto dinner - I told him this was my last meal for about 4-6 weeks (restuarant). We talked all about the band over dinner-it was really nice. He asked questions and was surprised at some things. He really didn't understand how the band worked so I explained itto him and said it's just a tool and I have to do my part too. He was really listening and it was a great night. I told him I won't be able to lift heavy things like food shopping and maybe laundry-he said for how long..3 years? LOL I said "Yep that's sounds about right!" So we had some serious discussions and a few laughs. But I am still a Bandzilla- -
I feel for you!! This happened to me 2 weeks out and I thought I might lose my mind for how awful I felt. a heating pad and sleep were my best friends and full sugar popsicles. You should call you doc about what to do for pain though. GOOD LUCK! ((((((hugs))))))
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Another menstrual question, after surgery did your flow pick up ALOT? I used to bleed for maybe a full day and half of a night. Not even enough for 3 tampons, and now it's constant and very bright in color, should I be concerned? I have been anemic since surgery also SW: 324 DOSW: 322 CW: 315 surgery date-7/10/13 Sent from my iPhone using VST
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How Much Did You Lose On Pre Lap Band Op Diet?
lorena st replied to legnarevocrednu's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I lost 20 pounds on the pre-op diet and have lost and additional 13 pounds since surgery on Oct 17/11 (about 5 weeks ago). You are doing well to lose the weight you have lost and because the diets are so different between doctors I think it is difficult to compare one patient to another. Also things like age, gender, activity level, initial starting weight will skew the results. So be happy...you did what your doctor expected of you. -
How Much Did You Lose On Pre Lap Band Op Diet?
FLORIDAYS replied to legnarevocrednu's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I lost 22 lbs on the 2 week pre op diet but the amount is very individualized.... if you followed it per your Dr instruction you should be fine. Its all about shrinking the liver according to my Dr. I also think getting you used to liquid is an added bonus since you have 3 weeks of it to look forward to depending on your Dr instruction of course. -
Had my consult with surgeon
Suzannesh replied to NorCalGuy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, This is all good news. You are doing all the right things. Just take it one day at a time. You are about to start an life changing adventure. You will never have a regret. You are going to have all kinds of feelings and emotions or the next few months. Just remember I am always out here to answer or help you with any questions that you might have. I had a sleeve 3 years ago and lost 105 pounds and have kept it off. Just hang in there, you are going to be very successful. Hugs, Suzanne -
I'm about 19 days post-op and I'm surprised by the amount of food I can eat. I did the "cottage cheese test" (from "Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients" by Colleen Cook) and according to the test, my stomach can comfortably hold 10 ounces (3/4 cup), which shocked me. I thought it would be half that. I plan to ask my surgeon more about this on my next visit, but is this unusual? I lost quite a bit of weight before surgery on the liquid diet (one week), but loss has been slower than I expected after that. I've decided to weigh weekly instead of every day, so I don't get discouraged by the inevitable up-and-down of daily weights. I know the surgery isn't a magic bullet and it's up to me to make this work, but the sluggish weight loss is a little discouraging. I'm still learning how much I can and should eat, and I'm tracking my intake on myfitnesspal to make sure my calorie counts are reasonable. I'm taking in between 800-1,000 calories on most days, sometimes a little more, sometimes a little less.
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DS vs Sleeve
OutsideMatchInside replied to ikt0075's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I wouldn't get the DS unless I was so obese I could hardly move. Like 600lb life obese. I was diabetic, I got the sleeve. I'm not diabetic anymore and haven't been since like the 3 or 4 month mark. My diabetes was controlled with pills prior to surgery. -
Something new started for me about a week ago. Whenever I drink Or eat anything, after I swallow about 15-30 seconds later I get a cramping feeling under my lower left rib. It feels to me like the food or drink sits at the top of my stomach and as it dribbles into the stomach, the cramping eases. It is very uncomfortable. It has gotten worse as the week has gone by. I plan to call dr today, but wondered if anyone else has had this experience.
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Emotional Eating/Coping Mechanisms
AnA92212 replied to CJ Sunshine's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
This was me! I was sleeved on 4/27/15. I got down to goal and kept that weight for over a year. I am currently pregnant and still within goal weight range. Anyway, I found that food was really no longer a comfort for me. Yes, food is great. yes, I still crave certain foods sometimes. But, it is not what I run for now. I cannot eat like I used to. I practice a diet of moderation. I eat chips, cookies, cake, ice cream, Chinese, Mexican, pasta, you name it. Just not everyday, and just not very much. I actually take the time to listen to my body and realize that most of the time I am not really hungry. I also am committed to exercise. Before getting pregnant I was running 5 days a week, going to weight lifting class 2 times a week, and zumba once a week. I also picked up some other hobbies like sewing, scrapbooking, soap-making, etc. I find that when I am idle, I think about food more. I am almost always in motion...from working, to chasing my toddler, to doing school work, to training our puppy, planting flowers, etc. I just have so much more energy now (even pregnant) and an object in motion tends to stay in motion. If I try to lie around all day, I feel disgusting. Before, I used to spend all of my time on the couch watching TV or reading a book. I think you are doing well by seeking counseling. It helps. -
Emotional Eating/Coping Mechanisms
CJ Sunshine posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I've always been an emotional eater and as I get myself ready for surgery next week, I'm wondering how the veterans...those who have lost the weight and kept it off for more than a year or two...dealt with stress and other emotions, once you were no longer acting out with food. I've just started seeing a therapist, to work on these issues, but there's nothing like hearing from those who have lived it. What worked/works for you? I'm looking for tools to help me succeed. Thanks! -
Bcbs Approved Me 100% for Lap Band Surgery!
Amanda61082 replied to Amanda61082's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wait so long for what? Surgery? It was the first surgery date open, and I wanted to wait for February vacation (even though I didn't get it). It is only 8 weeks away! -
Bcbs Approved Me 100% for Lap Band Surgery!
Amanda61082 replied to Amanda61082's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That is what I am hoping for! January is pretty busy, so between pre-op appointments, eating behavior classes, my graduation, and the two week pre-op diet, It should go pretty quick! Yay! -
I've been going through some changes. Nothing earth shattering. My weight is starting to come down again. I had a set back last week when I partically at a whole loaf of bread last Wednesday. Of course I paid the price for it when I came down with a carb overload headache and put back on a few pounds. I've since recovered and I am doing well again. My hopes are high, in losing those last few pounds. I hope I've bought my last pair of pants for the size I want to be. And that's a size 16r, 16w or 14w depending on the designer and cut. Although losing and sticking to a plan was the hard part, now comes to maintaining it. I'm beginning to feel comfortable with the size I am and about to become. Although at times I feel I still fat, no over weight and I still carry that fat mentally. Especially when it comes to sitting next to someone. And I still go to the large size clothing section. My new year's resolution will be to maintain my new weight and size. I'm excited and scared at the same time. For lack of a better word or meaning trying to lose this weight was a crutch for me. Now I am about to lose it I'm afraid to stand on my own. I hope it makes some kind of sense to you what I am feeling. Well so much for me what's going on with you.
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So, I'm sitting at my desk.., with HIVES all over my back and neck... OMG!! I'm itching sooooo much... I've had 3 Protein drinks.. but, I was fine afterwards... I had a bottle of Water w/ true orange sweetened w/ stevia... I also mixed it w/ some fruit blend stuff w/ truvia in it... OH MY GOD!!!! I'm miserable!! Even my students feel bad for me!!!.. Took two benadryl, but I'm not getting any relief!!!!
