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[pookybear 284]

Hi all, I'm in the RNY program right now. Just finished my classes today and have just one more appointment to go and they'll be submitting me for approval after the first of the year. It's been a very long, very emotional process...in more ways than one. I actually tried to have the surgery back in 2010 and went through the entire program but couldn't get the insurance approval. I'm hoping I can find lots of support on here, because with my work schedule I don't think I'll be able to make many meetings. And I've already had to end one friendship partly because of the surgery (but that's a story for another day).

I've been big all my life, so I have no idea what to expect as I lose weight. I'm also trying to lose another 13 pounds before surgery.

Nice to cyber-meet you all!

[beth423 33]

Hi and welcome to the group!! This has helped me. These people are very supportive on here. Good luck on your journey!!

[ready2smile 138]

Welcome. I'm also waiting on approval (after a denial). Wishing you good news fast!

[BBdoodle 483]

Welcome and you will get all the support you need here

[pookybear 284]

Thanks! I really hope I get approved with no problems. I'm not sure I could go through this process a third time.

[BBdoodle 483]

Thanks! I really hope I get approved with no problems. I'm not sure I could go through this process a third time.

I hope you get approved ASAP as well... I could not fathom going thru the process 3 times. I was VERY lucky. My consult was Feb. 2 and I had surgery April 9.. it took 2 months for all the test etc. My ins. did not require any diet before surgery thank god. I was worried because my BMI was only 37 but my BP and cholestrol was getting high so I think that got me approved plus I have awesome insurance coverage... I guess that helps. I really hope you get approved...think positive !!!!!

[TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280]

Welcome to the group. Yes we are your support group

[pookybear 284]

So since I've joined this group, I've heard of others who have my insurance being required to have a 6 month doctor supervised diet. Pain in the tush and a huge delay if I'm told this, but not impossible. I've also heard they've been required to pay their part of the costs upfront. Now I'm really scared. If this is the case and the doctors office isn't willing to let me pay after in monthly installments, then there is pretty much no chance of surgery for me. And of course I can't call them and even find out until Wednesday :-(

[aayers88 31]

Thanks! I really hope I get approved with no problems. I'm not sure I could go through this process a third time.

What causes you to not be approved? This is what worries me. I get through the entire process then I get disappointed...

[pookybear 284]

You have to make sure you meet all your insurance companies requirements. Research their policies and coverage and find out everything that pertains to bypass surgery. Don't just trust the word of a representative over the phone, get it all in writing.

[pookybear 284]

I didn't get approved the first time because I didn't have a full insurance policy. I had a supplement plan. They wouldn't pre-approve me, they wanted me to have the surgery first and then they'd decide how much of it they'd cover. Couldn't take that chance that they might stick me with most, or all of, the bill.

[pookybear 284]

Ok so hopefully within the next couple of days I will be submitted for approval. Hopefully this time all goes ok!

[JLeiter23 0]

Crossing my fingers for you and keeping the faith. You'll be approved, no worries! Keep us updated.

[pookybear 284]

Just got the call that I was submitted earlier this week. Aaaaaaand now we wait

[redlockqt 17]

Crossing my fingers and toes as well as sending up a prayer that your approval comes quickly!!