New, Nervous, and Anxious

[enjoyinglife 313]

I had 2 EGD's prior to my surgery. The first one was to look at everything. (They also found a small ulcer.) The second one was to make sure the ulcer healed prior to the surgery. I had a $100 co-pay for each one. I only lost 5 pounds during my two week pre-op diet. I didn't follow it very closely. Best of luck!!

[redlove1446 42]

Hey Brit. I am uninsured so I'm using CareCredit to cover surgery. It's almost $15,000 not including the cost of the EGD which is about $2k here in San Antonio. Maybe try getting the CareCredit to cover the deductible and any extra fees? I'd rather be paying the $3k deductible than the $1k/mo I'm going to have to pay for the next 18 months. Ya know?

As far as the pre-op diet goes, my doc has a specific brand he sells, as well. However, my Nut is all about saving money. She recommended several brands that could be used for shakes. Make your own or Atkins 4/day with a small meal (3oz meat and 1nonstarchy veggie) or 3 Premier Protein and 1 small meal. Atkins strawberry tastes like strawberry milk and the PP choc is pretty good. I didn't like the strawberry PP.

It is difficult to maintain the first few days when you're adjusting. If you can get through the first 3 days, you can make the two weeks. you just have to remember this is a step toward the new you. I have to keep reminding myself, as well. And, I have to admit I've added one or two extra ounces to the meat portion. In essence, you're just trying to get your body to hit Ketosis where it starts burning fat vs carbs. I've lost about 12 lbs in two weeks and I stillhave one week to go before the surgery. Ahhhh!!

Good luck!

[jtickle 295]

I had an EGD a week and a half ago. Mine was a 700 dollars. I live in Northwest Arkansas. I didn't have to pay anything up-front. My deductible and out of pocket has been met though.