Just Starting... Step 1

[sunnysocal 0]

Ok, so i finally decided to start this process. My primar doc has been amazing and supportive. but i am still unsure of the process, how long it takes and what is next. Help! So my doc broke it down into three steps, nutrionist, psych eval and then surgery. So I have my 1st appointment with a nutrionist tomorrow. What can I expect?

BTW does anyone have BSHMO and know the process or requirements?

Thanks and this site is awesome!

[Alycopp 0]

Congrats on starting the process. i am not familiar with your insurance I have BCBS NJ Direct and they require 6 months with a nutritionist. I just had my surgery yesterday and thre jumping thorugh hoops will hopefully pay off. The psych. evaluation is no big deal. The hardest part is once you ar3e aproved getting all your tests done for the surgery and medical clearance. All docs and insurance are different though. Sorry I know I wasn't much help, but good luck to you.

Edited September 30, 2010 by Alycopp

[sunnysocal 0]

Thanks Allycoop! Congrats on your surgery!! How exciting for you. Was it outpatient or are you in the hosptial? Pain? I am totally excited. This site is amazing and full of good honest information! good luck and i will be watching your progress! You will be amazing! Thanks for the reply

[Alycopp 0]

It was outpatient. My surgery was at 7:30 and I was home by 2:30. The pain has not been bad. Just very sore. The pain meds they give you help a lot. It has been a weird experience, but I am happy with the decision. Plus I have lost 5 pounds in 2 days! I am sure it will go back and forth, but for now it makes me feel better about eating nothing but Jello and broth. LOL Good luck to you.

:drool:

[racheyrach 0]

For me im preop

aug- information session with surgeon i chose.

aug-sept-

had to see pulmonary , cardio , pshy , nutrition

luckly i didnt need any stress tests or sleep tests b/c i am under 30 and low risk. so if you need to have these done then it will slow the process down a lil

now im awaiting to see the surgeon which is monday then im not sure get sent in for approval . which i called bcbs and they said it should take no more that 24 hours to be approved. oh and i have a lap band meeting for preop class

it all depends on the surgeon you see.

i wish you luck!!!

Edited September 30, 2010 by racheyrach