How long from begining till surgery

[TcsSleeveJourney 16]

My process was very fast compared to others in my area. I went to an info. meeting in Feb.' date=' began classes in May-June (3) had 3 appointments with the social worker in May, had a gallbladder ultrasound in June, met the dietician in July. Met the surgeon, also in July, and I am scheduled for surgery July 31. The surgeon in our area tells prospective patients to expect a year from the info. session to surgery.because the pre-op preparation is so intensive. Patients over a 40 BMI are required to lose 10% of their body weight as well.

It definitely depends on your program and your insurance pre-op requirements. Good luck!

Amy[/quote']

That's kinda quick.. They told me as soon as my Psych Eval was complete I would meet with him to schedule so I hope it's not long.

Tc's Ready!

[MGLAW142 10]

For my program we had to get a physical' date=' meet with the dietician, meet with the psychologist, attend 6 weeks of behavioral medicine classes to show that you are working on changing the behaviors that got us to this point. The physical may show things that need adjustment. For me my Vitamin D and potassium were low so I needed to get those up a bit. After the 6 weeks of classes we are required to attend monthly meetings until you get the approval. The team meets once a month to discuss potential patients. Like I said, I was lucky and went through pretty quickly.[/quote']

Thank you for giving me information on everything I'm excited to start and my first appointment seems like its taking forever to get here

[MGLAW142 10]

First appointment 5/1. Surgery 7/9.

I had a psych eval' date=' an EGD and and EKG.

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I'm ready !

[Tiny One 223]

Ok, here's what had to do:

Informational sessions (3 including nutritionist)

Consult with surgeon

Psych eval

sleep study

Arterial blood gas

Endoscopy

Abdominal Ultrasound

Labs

[TBodmer71 245]

I first discussed Weight Loss Surgery with my PCP Nov. 2012. I got my referral. I attended the informational meeting in December. At that meeting I was handed a folder full of forms to fill out. Then I had to contact my insurance carrier to find out what they require for me to be eligible for the surgery.

My insurance requires me to have a minimum starting BMI over 40 without any comorbidities. Which I have a few and I am over the 40 BMI anyways so I met that criteria. I had to have 6 consecutive months that I visited my PCP for her to check my progress on diets and exercise.

My bariatric team requires me to lose and maintain a 10 pound weight loss prior to surgery, attend the info meeting plus 3 monthly meetings. I had to have an EKG, Endoscopy, get a medical clearance from my PCP, a psych evaluation, and fill out all of the forms.

Once I completed all that my case went to clinical review to see if they thought I may need any further testing. Once my case passed clinical review I had a meeting with the Nutritionist, then the nurse and lastly my surgeon.

I just received my surgery date of August 26th. But that is contigent on whether or not my insurance gives me an approval. Please keep in mind I have had to jump through all of these hoops and then sit back and wait. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

[Chantel 67]

I forgot. I had one appointment with a nutritionist. But it was over the phone and it only lasted 45 minutes or so.

First appointment 5/1. Surgery 7/9.

I had a psych eval, an EGD and and EKG.

:-)

[kiwi17 54]

8 months

[Hannah55 79]

I went to a seminar in September 2012. I had all my requirements met by December. The office kept screwing up my paperwork that was sent in for approval. My insurance changed in July. I got my surgery date yesterday, 8/14/13. So 11 months for me.

[Chellennunley 62]

I started my 6 month diet jan 27. Went to my first seminar feb 11th. Contacted the coordinator with my surgeon and found out what all he required. I already knew what my insurance wanted. In March I had my cardio and pulmonary evals, and my psych eval. In June I had my first appt with my surgeon. My paperwork was submitted June 21st (they had to snail mail it). Insurance started reviewing it July 1. Got my approval July 5th. Had my EGD and surgery is scheduled for the 31st!

[MGLAW142 10]

Thank you all for answering. The answers have all been very helpful

[Greeknugget 56]

I met with a surgeon July 9th, then had psych eval and nutritionist appointments. Now, I'm waiting to hear back from insurance (today or tomorrow) and can get a surgery date as soon as I hear! As you might imagine, I'm antsy!

[MGLAW142 10]

I met with a surgeon July 9th, then had psych eval and nutritionist appointments. Now, I'm waiting to hear back from insurance (today or tomorrow) and can get a surgery date as soon as I hear! As you might imagine, I'm antsy!

I would be too It's exciting to know your about to get something that can literally change your life. I hope you get the call soon.

[NotLookinBack 164]

Started the process in January.. And still waiting on a date. Been jumping through hoops the entire time.

Had a physc eval, upper GI test, met with nut several times, met with family doctor several times, met with coordinator several times, have my first meeting with the surgeon on 8-1, still have an EDG and labs to do.. Then hopefully will have my date.. Hopefully..

[notmeanymore 629]

June 7th I met with my super awesome wonderful surgeon and December 5th he changed my life (surgery day). At first when I knew I was facing 6 months it seemed so long but the time flew by and I figured I had been miserable and unhappy for so many years, waiting 6 months was nothing. Best thing Ive ever done for myself besides marrying my husband

[kim070682 22]

First Appointment 6/4/2013

Surgery scheduled 7/32/2013

I had to have EGD, Nutrition class and psych eval. I did 2 of the 3 in one day. I also had to have 5 years of weight history for insurance but I just pulled records from my primary and ob doctors.

1 week from today I get sleeved!!!