herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 4, 2013 I am so excited after a long day at work and then 3 hrs of class, I came home to a letter from my insurance company stating they approving the surgery. I am so excited but equally nervous! I want to make the best decision for myself and to be a great role model for my kids. Hoping to make my pre-op appointment tomorrow. Please keep your fingers crossed for me 2 jsws91 and MiniMi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rebeccarawks 21 Posted June 4, 2013 I got my approval today also! Feeling about the same - super excited but also nervous. I am more excited though... I am just so ready to start this new chapter in my life. Congrats to you! Any idea what your surgery date will be? 2 MiniMi and jsws91 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsws91 153 Posted June 4, 2013 good luck to you both! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 4, 2013 I am hoping within the next 2 weeks. Today I am going to call to set up my pre-op appt. I have my surgical clearance and all lab work done. I know I can't wait to start this chapter as well. I am looking forward to shopping in regular stores again and for seats not to feel so small. When do you think you may have surgery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aviva1979 375 Posted June 4, 2013 Congrats! I got my approval on Friday after being declined once a week earlier w/ my ins co looking for some add'l paperwork. i was hoping to get my date scheduled right away, but it looks like it'll be at least a week before the scheduler calls me (vacation) and then my surgeon will be on vaca - so probably looking at a July date. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rebeccarawks 21 Posted June 4, 2013 I have my preop appt on the 12th (next week!) and my surgery is on the 17th!!! 1 mojaleski reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonya Miller-Goodman 20 Posted June 4, 2013 Congrats and good luck to all it's an awesome journey I didn't say easy but well worth the fight good luck 1 mojaleski reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mojaleski 6 Posted June 4, 2013 I am going to an informational session at Lahey Clinic on Monday...I am hoping my insurance will cover the surgery... I have Medicare and Anthem BC/BS. Are there any tips as to how to get insurance to cover? I really don't have other health issues. mojaleski Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 6, 2013 I got my approval today also! Feeling about the same - super excited but also nervous. I am more excited though... I am just so ready to start this new chapter in my life. Congrats to you! Any idea what your surgery date will be? Congrats still don't know my surgery date yet???žso looking forward to a new chapter and healthier life Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 6, 2013 Congrats! I got my approval on Friday after being declined once a week earlier w/ my ins co looking for some add'l paperwork. i was hoping to get my date scheduled right away' date=' but it looks like it'll be at least a week before the scheduler calls me (vacation) and then my surgeon will be on vaca - so probably looking at a July date.[/quote'] Congrats and good luck. Keep us posted on when your surgery date is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 6, 2013 I have my preop appt on the 12th (next week!) and my surgery is on the 17th!!! That is great. I am hoping to hear something soon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herestoanewlife 28 Posted June 6, 2013 I am going to an informational session at Lahey Clinic on Monday...I am hoping my insurance will cover the surgery... I have Medicare and Anthem BC/BS. Are there any tips as to how to get insurance to cover? I really don't have other health issues. mojaleski As long as your BMI is 40 then you should be good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites