Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Recommended Posts

HELLO ALL!!!!!!

So I have to complete 6 visits with a nutritionist per my insurance. I have completed 4 already next visit will be my 5th and start my phyc eval, endoscopy, etc. But lately I have beef feeling that I wont get approved bc I dont have high blood pressure nor diabetes... just asthma. My BMI is 41... I have UHC insurance. Any advice or soothing words?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

HELLO ALL!!!!!! So I have to complete 6 visits with a nutritionist per my insurance. I have completed 4 already next visit will be my 5th and start my phyc eval, endoscopy, etc. But lately I have beef feeling that I wont get approved bc I dont have high blood pressure nor diabetes... just asthma. My BMI is 41... I have UHC insurance. Any advice or soothing words?

I had UHC with zero co-morbidities and a BMI of 41 as well and was approved within 3 days so stay positive!! I didn't have to do the 6 nutritionist visits prior to my surgery so that's kind of weird, but you have access to UHC's requirements (which I'm sure you called and learned about those before starting this) and as long as you meet what they have listed, you should be good to go!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yes I looked into it and researched it for over a year. Decided on the gastric hands down. N im getting excited, anxious, n I guess getting closer I just dont want any set backs..... thanks for those kind words..... what did u do when u got the approval... like u last meal, what did u pack and how was your experience?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I didn't have the same insurance but I did think I was going to get denied... I thought every day something would come up or get in the way of my surgery. I had doubts even when they were prepping me for surgery. It wasn't until i woke up with a bypass that I stopped doubting it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

KristinaRNY lol so this is normal.... whew good thing im not the only one who felt like this. Thanks guys. Hopefully by the end of june ill be able to post my surgery date :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • rlcpd

      Two months out from hiatal hernia repair.  Surgeon said to expect a lot more flatulence...something about the 'air' no longer being able to 'burp' out so comes out the other end.  That is my experience but have no understanding of why that swallowed air cannot be 'burped'. ???
      · 1 reply
      1. BlondePatriotInCDA

        As I understand it since your stomach is smaller and not completely resting against your diaphragm anymore you no longer have the ability to "push" burps out as well. Plus, since its smaller and we don't digest slower the trapped air moves a lot quicker out of the stomach so its no longer available to burp out. Hence the other option for removal.

    • Lizette1122

      Anyone had the TORe procedure? How did it go? How much weight did you loose? 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×