My Journey

[mommykristie 59]

I actually began the process for lapband surgery in January of 2011. After attending the seminar, my husband and myself both decided that this was the best choice for both of us. My insurance pays 100% if all of the requirements are met. So the 6 month physician monitored diet began along with all of the usual items such as 3 years of documented weight loss, a physical therapy appointment, and a nutritionist appointment. In July, my insurance denied my surgery due to in 2009, my BMI was at 39 rather than 40. ( I have no comorbidities that my insurance will accept). So I began my appeal process. In the meantime, I started again with a 6 month diet again. During this time my first and second appeal were denied. An upside was that my husband had his surgery at the end of July, so I have been able to see his progression. As soon as my last "diet" appointment in January was over, I sent my records back to my surgeon and within 3 days had an approval!! I started my preop diet of low carb on the 5th of March and had surgery last Thursday on March 15th. My insurance gives a choice of outpatient or staying overnight, so I chose to stay overnight for observation and much needed rest. So far everything has gone really well. There is soreness, of course, however, it is very manageable. By Saturday, I was out at the store just moving very slowly... I went back to work on Monday and no problems I hope that everything continues on such a good note. As far as the liquid diet, it hasn't been terrible. In fact, I have to remind myself to stay hydrated. Of course in another week, I may be singing a different tune!

That is my story in a nutshell! I'm glad to be on this journey (finally) and love reading all of the posts here.

[B-52 7,113]

It's good that both you and your husband do this together. Not only can you support each other, but in the long run it really helps with meals, food shopping, etc, etc.

My wife and I have 2 entirely different eating habits, foods, and many times I go to the store and stock up on "Band Friendly" foods for myself.

Not to mention restaurants!

You'll see what I mean someday.

[ElizabethAnne 40]

I appreciate your encouraging post! It's wonderful that your post-op time is going smoothly. Best wishes for the remainder of your journey.

[highland 168]

Congratulations mommykrisite! I am very impressed with you perseverence with your insurance company! I gave up and just paid it!!! B52 I here ya!!! Hubby and I cook our OWN meals each night. I mainly have fish and veggies for dinner each night and he HATES fish so there you go!! It really doesn't bother me as my meals are very simple and take little preparation.