New from AZ

[sunny70 0]

Hello from sunny AZ.

I have just begun my journey with LapBand. I attended a seminar on Dec. 30 and was excited to learn more about the procedure.

I have read some of the posts related to insurance req's and have decided that I am going it on my own. The insurance guidelines to qualify for coverage leave a very narrow window, kind of a catch 22. Basically I have to get a lot worse before my ins. would consider, not necessarily cover, the surgery. It will cost a lot more. but in the long run it is a better choice for me. I have had second thoughts like others. I have lost excess weight 3X over the past 15 years always with diet and exercise. Now that I'm older it is alot harder. I am ready to finally do something permanent.

I have planned my surgery for the second week in March, since that is the first chance I have to take time off work.

Good luck and thanks to all who share their personal journeys-

[changing 2]

Good luck.Keep us posted.