First appointment!

[amandastearns 79]

Today the doctor finally called and scheduled my first appointment to see him and the nutritionist. It's about a week away and I'm so anxious and ready! Although, per the doctors requirements any surgery date won't be for at least six months. Did any else's doctor have a similar requirement? Some people seem to get in so fast and not have much of a wait time.

[net0girl 13]

Depends on the insurance u have

[snapdragon05 44]

My insurance is 6 months. I have learned to embrace it. I have 3 more weigh ins and then surgery. I will get my date next week. Bariatric Pal is wonderful place to be. So much support and love. Keep writing and reading. I wish you well on your first visit!!! Xoxoxo

[skyjones 40]

Today the doctor finally called and scheduled my first appointment to see him and the nutritionist. It's about a week away and I'm so anxious and ready! Although, per the doctors requirements any surgery date won't be for at least six months. Did any else's doctor have a similar requirement? Some people seem to get in so fast and not have much of a wait time.

Hello I had my 1st consultation today I have 3months and then surgery then good luck on your journey hope to continue to hear from u I'll post as well

[amandastearns 79]

My insurance is 6 months. I have learned to embrace it. I have 3 more weigh ins and then surgery. I will get my date next week. Bariatric Pal is wonderful place to be. So much support and love. Keep writing and reading. I wish you well on your first visit!!! Xoxoxo

I don't believe it's an insurance requirement it's just the doctor. But I will for sure find out next Monday! Thank you for your positivity! I was nervous to reach out to people. I hope your next few weigh-ins go wonderfully!

[amandastearns 79]

Today the doctor finally called and scheduled my first appointment to see him and the nutritionist. It's about a week away and I'm so anxious and ready! Although, per the doctors requirements any surgery date won't be for at least six months. Did any else's doctor have a similar requirement? Some people seem to get in so fast and not have much of a wait time.

Hello I had my 1st consultation today I have 3months and then surgery then good luck on your journey hope to continue to hear from u I'll post as well

Congrats on your first appointment! Best of luck

[skyjones 40]

Today the doctor finally called and scheduled my first appointment to see him and the nutritionist. It's about a week away and I'm so anxious and ready! Although, per the doctors requirements any surgery date won't be for at least six months. Did any else's doctor have a similar requirement? Some people seem to get in so fast and not have much of a wait time.

Hello I had my 1st consultation today I have 3months and then surgery then good luck on your journey hope to continue to hear from u I'll post as well

Congrats on your first appointment! Best of luck

Thank u and same to you I can't wait until we're all healthy n losing

[Anxious2beme 93]

It is the insurance. You have to ask if they have a non surgical requirement to be supervised by a Dr prior to bariatric surgery.

[Radar 204]

My first appointment is 11 days away. They checked my insurance and said my insurance requires 6 nutritional consultation appointments and I can't do more than one per month so 6 months is probably pretty standard. I also have to complete a psyche evaluation form (already done) and have a call with the psychologist, and lastly, I need to do an endoscopy which I'm told is not very pleasant.

I'm hoping they can get the surgery done before the end of the year, because my insurance will be changing before that time.

[skyjones 40]

My first appointment is 11 days away. They checked my insurance and said my insurance requires 6 nutritional consultation appointments and I can't do more than one per month so 6 months is probably pretty standard. I also have to complete a psyche evaluation form (already done) and have a call with the psychologist, and lastly, I need to do an endoscopy which I'm told is not very pleasant.

I'm hoping they can get the surgery done before the end of the year, because my insurance will be changing before that time.

Good luck on your journey can't wait to see your b4 n after pics

[amandastearns 79]

My first appointment is 11 days away. They checked my insurance and said my insurance requires 6 nutritional consultation appointments and I can't do more than one per month so 6 months is probably pretty standard. I also have to complete a psyche evaluation form (already done) and have a call with the psychologist, and lastly, I need to do an endoscopy which I'm told is not very pleasant.

I'm hoping they can get the surgery done before the end of the year, because my insurance will be changing before that time.

We have our appointments on the same day! I'm in a similar situation, my insurance will be changing as well next year. I'm going to make sure to voice all those concerns at my initial appointment in hopes it could speed the process up (doubtful but worth a try).

[snapdragon05 44]

My insurance is 6 months. I have learned to embrace it. I have 3 more weigh ins and then surgery. I will get my date next week. Bariatric Pal is wonderful place to be. So much support and love. Keep writing and reading. I wish you well on your first visit!!! Xoxoxo

I don't believe it's an insurance requirement it's just the doctor. But I will for sure find out next Monday! Thank you for your positivity! I was nervous to reach out to people. I hope your next few weigh-ins go wonderfully!

Oh man don't be nervous here. Everyone is amazing!

[snapdragon05 44]

My first appointment is 11 days away. They checked my insurance and said my insurance requires 6 nutritional consultation appointments and I can't do more than one per month so 6 months is probably pretty standard. I also have to complete a psyche evaluation form (already done) and have a call with the psychologist, and lastly, I need to do an endoscopy which I'm told is not very pleasant.

I'm hoping they can get the surgery done before the end of the year, because my insurance will be changing before that time.

I did endo today. It wasn't bad at all. My heartburn is high. I had to wait a while for my surgeon to be ready so I was getting anxious but all in all it went well. I rested as soon as I got home today. I am just about done with requirements. I think the 6 mos is good. You get to prepare yourself, slowly. I got a jawbone yesterday and it's tracking everything. I'm so excited about a new life.

[Jessica Ellison-Correa 66]

my insurance required 6 months of nut classes so i wont be finished those until feb of next year hopefully i get through it with out cheating because my diet is strict lol

[amandastearns 79]

my insurance required 6 months of nut classes so i wont be finished those until feb of next year hopefully i get through it with out cheating because my diet is strict lol

Best of luck! We're all here for support