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Talked to the wonderful Cris (Dr. Erbella's nurse) and mentioned the changes in my insurance (thank you so much Jim1967 for the info) at first she told me the same information as before... 6 month wait, psych eval, dietician, and letter of recommendation from my primary care doctor. My heart fell. Then I remembered I had called my insurance company the day before and had them send me the new policy on bariatric surgery. Oh man was i excited again! She called Cigna and Jim and I were correct. I only have to wait 3 months now. Insert massive smiley face here! I am currently on my 4th month so that means as long as i get my other stuff done before August I'll most likely be able to have the surgery by the end of August. Don't you know come Monday I'm calling the psych and dietician to see if they can move up the appointments. Cris is already contacting my primary care doctor so atleast i don't have to worry about that.

On a seperate note, I bought my first ever scale today. Kids thought it was the coolest thing but when you weigh under 120 its easy to be excited. Heck if i was under 120 I'd be excited too. :o Hoping one day soon the scale will be my friend. Today wasn't the day though :blink:

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Congrats, on your status, and I wish you luck, I guess I have it pretty good, since i just started my banding process in June and most likely will be band in September. Again CONGRATS!

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Very exciting!!! Congrats! Keep us updated!

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Very exciting!!! Congrats! Keep us updated!

Wow have do 6months but half way done i should get mine done in october im so excited my self

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That's great, Dee. It will be here in no time!

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That's great' date=' Dee. It will be here in no time![/quote']

what stuff should i buy to wear before and after the hospital and any other pointers i should know

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You should think about buying some broth. and Clear Liquids to drink. Some sugar free Jello. Maybe popsicles. sugar free to eat.

I was only at the hospital for 4 hours. What did the Dr's office tell you?

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You should think about buying some broth. and clear liquids to drink. Some sugar free Jello. Maybe popsicles. sugar free to eat.

I was only at the hospital for 4 hours. What did the Dr's office tell you?

Oh ok I'll be staying over night

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So excited for my sister!

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