And so it begins!

[xChdx 15]

So I received a call back from the surgeon's office today, and my first appointment / intake day will be May 15th. She said my insurance didn't actually have a lot of criteria, other than BMI, comorbidities, etc. She didn't say anything about a 6 month supervised diet, so hopefully I can get the surgery sooner than I had expected!

I'm insanely excited to get started, but of course crazy nervous too. Which I'm sure will only get worse, haha. So I just wanted to post and see if anyone had any insights/warnings/things to consider for the first appointment.

[mentalistfan 189]

One thing is for sure, surgeons require different things...I'm required labs, chest x-ray, EKG, sleep apnea study, nutrition class and psych evaluation. I hear some people getting scoped and stress tests. You will get weighed, find out BMI and Pre- op diet information probably, God Bless!

[Pepper123 320]

Different surgeons different requirements…i have to do a phyc test…sleep apnea…pulmonary …substance abuse test…a cardio test and a EDG test…plus months of supervised diet…good luck!!

[greensleeve 457]

Surgeons vary on their requirements and it can depend on what your comorbidities are, what meds you are on and your BMI. Don't assume anything. Just because they didn't mention it doesn't mean you won't need it. Just don't want you to have a realistic idea of what to expect. Good luck to you!

Edited April 11, 2014 by Loveit2012

[xChdx 15]

Oh of course. I'm not assuming anything. Plus even if the insurance doesn't require it, the surgeon very well may. It sure would be a lot more convenient for me though, haha. Either way I'm ready to do whatever it takes.

Thanks a lot everyone.

[mentalistfan 189]

FYI, can't smoke, if you do you will have to quit before surgery!

[xChdx 15]

Didn't know that. Fortunately I never touch the stuff.