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When was your surgery? I am also 320 and loving life!

Surgery was November 14th. 299 is so close I can taste it LOL! I'm also loving my life these days! My energy level is UP UP UP and I find myself so much more active then I've been in a LOOONG time! I love it!

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I am currently looking for a Dr to start the process of getting the sleeve. Need to know what I need to do and what to expect. HELP IN CARTERSVILLE GA. PLEASE MESSEGE ME OR REPLY. DONT REALLY KNOW HOW THIS FORUM WORKS.

I would start with your insurance and see what they will cover and if you have a ppo you will have to go to see who is on their list. I had to go to A center of excellence in bariatric surgery. My insurance didn't require a referral but some do so you may have to start with your family doctor.

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I would start with your insurance and see what they will cover and if you have a ppo you will have to go to see who is on their list. I had to go to A center of excellence in bariatric surgery. My insurance didn't require a referral but some do so you may have to start with your family doctor.

If you discover that your insurance does not cover or you don't qualify through your insurance there are still options for you. I am having mine done in Mexico for 4500.. includes everything except airfare. Visit the mexico/self pay subforum to read experiences from those who have taken this route.

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