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Just starting the process have been researching for over a year and decided with the help of my primary Dr. that this would be the best for me. I have met with the surgeon, been to the seminar. Told that my insurance only requires 3 things, a health screen from my primary Dr, a psych appt and a report from the dietician. I have complete everything so far but the report from the dietician. I have that scheduled in 2 weeks than the waiting begins...approval from my insurance. I talked with my insurance and they said they cover as long as it is medically necessary....so we will see, I have Blue Shield EPO in Central Valley, CA. My surgeon is Dr. Coirian, which I hear is a great surgeon. This is the beginning of my journey.:)

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Welcome!!

This is a great place to be for support!!

Best wishes for a speedy approval and recovery.

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Hey Ranger, We're glad your here. Congratulations on being almost through your process. Good luck.

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Welcome, Ranger! You'll be banded before you know it; once it goes to the insurance company for approval, things happen pretty quickly.

Good luck! I look forward to seeing your progress!

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