GOING TO VISIT PCP NEXT WEEK

[Journey2BeSleeved_ 3]

I will be visiting my pcp next week and im letting her know i would like to start the process of WLS...My insurance covers it...but in the mean time what else do i have to do???

[dhrguru 1,238]

I skipped my PCP and started with the surgeon directly. I emailed the office for referrals etc, never saw them till after surgery.

I'd call your insurance first, see what their requirements are. Then you'll know what records you need from your PCP, if any.

Best of luck!!

[lex8701 15]

I did the same. I went directly to the surgeon. I honestly only went to my pcp for my letter of medical necessity and I'm going to get medical clearance. My surgeon was able to give me referrals to see the psyc and dietitian

[judyoz 240]

Unless you need a referral, not need to go see you PCP first. Call surgeon directly.

[Drzstephy 32]

I went directly to the surgeon and they gave me a list of what i needed.

I got my 6 month weigh ins

Clearance from my PCP

nutritionist clearance

Physiatrist Clearance

Cardiac and Pulmonary

sleep Study

Endoscopy

I called my insurance and made appointments on my own and didnt need referrals

Everything took only 7 months getting surgery next week

[Journey2BeSleeved_ 3]

Thank you everyone!! And good luck on those getting surgery hopefully i will be right with you guys soon