I'mmm baaaaack and still not a bandster

luv2bingo07 · December 26, 2006

Hi all,

It has been a couple years since I posted about becoming and starting the process to be banded. Never happened because of several reasons, which the worst of it is my insurance had a definite exclusion for any kind of weight loss surgery or help for that matter. :angry Another problem was that I was in the process at the point of having to see the psychiatrist and pardon my french or whatever, but she was a biotch. Did not like her at all. Anyways, I also found out that my pituitary tumor came back, so had to deal with another surgery for that.

Well, here I am again and am considering it again, but the same situation is bothering me. The insurance exclusion, etc. My credit is so horrific, that there is no way in heckimagosh that I would get a loan.

I guess I could use some kind of encouragement here. My doctors are always talking about that it would benefit me big time to get this surgery, but the insurance if tough.

Hugs to all,

Judy

juliegeraci · December 26, 2006

Hi Judy, sorry to hear you are going through so much. I hope you are able to have your surgery. It is well worth the wait. Good luck.

jahair · December 26, 2006

Hi all,
It has been a couple years since I posted about becoming and starting the process to be banded. Never happened because of several reasons, which the worst of it is my insurance had a definite exclusion for any kind of weight loss surgery or help for that matter. :angry Another problem was that I was in the process at the point of having to see the psychiatrist and pardon my french or whatever, but she was a biotch. Did not like her at all. Anyways, I also found out that my pituitary tumor came back, so had to deal with another surgery for that.

Well, here I am again and am considering it again, but the same situation is bothering me. The insurance exclusion, etc. My credit is so horrific, that there is no way in heckimagosh that I would get a loan.

I guess I could use some kind of encouragement here. My doctors are always talking about that it would benefit me big time to get this surgery, but the insurance if tough.

Hugs to all,

Judy

Hey Judy,

Welcome back and it really sucks about your insurance situation! My insurance had the WLS exclusion too. :frusty:

Have you looked into the Mexico option? Many people on this site swear by their Mexico experiences. It just behooves you to check the doctors out thoroughly because everyone has not had a wonderful experience . I would do a search for the Mexico stuff on LBT and be sure if you choose the option that you have a local doctor lined up to do the fills before you even get to Mexico.

I don't know if your health is stable enough to consider this, but a second job could help you get the money together for Mexico. Or maybe you are eligible for overtime pay. The cost is a lot less than in the states from what I see, and it shouldn't take too terribly long to save the money if the paycheck goes with into your Mexico WLS account. :love:

We're pulling for you here at LBT. Let us know how things are going and the solution you came up with; because I am confident that you will come up with a solution!

Jo Ann

beachgirl · December 27, 2006

Hi there Judy,

I sure hate it that your having so much trouble. I too had the exclusion and went to Mexico. If there's anyway you could come up with 8500.00, that would pay for everything you need. Why don't you contact a good friend of mine who does all of the scheduling and she can possibly help you with financing. Her name is Judy and tell her that Sherri Smith told you to get in touch with them. My experience is on here on several threads and has been as perfect as it gets. They have one of the best surgeons in the world and a huge hospital, not a clinic and free lifetime care. The website is www.ready4achange.com and pm me if you have any questions or if I can help you at all. Good luck and keep up the faith.

DrewsLou · December 27, 2006

Judy... I hear ya sister! My insurance also specifically excluded WLS. I lucked out and found a doc here in Denver that does the whole deal for $9950. I couldn't be happier with him!

I would love to pass on info if your interested!