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After six months of classes, nutrition visits, and completing all the other requirements I found out today that I've been approved for the surgery! Later on I got a phone call from the surgeon's office to schedule my consultation. I can't even begin to describe how happy I am right now!

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As a Kaiser graduate myself I know exactly how ecstatic you are feeling right now! Congrats on your major accomplishment!

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Thank you both! :)

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That is awesome! I go for my first appointment next Thursday. I can't wait to be where you are in the approved status!

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I remember my phone call to say I was approved by my insurance. I was so happy I was in tears with excitement.

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Congrats! I have Kaiser too and just starting the process. I had heard that it only takes about 3 months now. Were you told form the beginning that it usually takes 6 months?

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@@amyallthetime Thank you! Good luck with everything!

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@@ldubois104@gmail.com I know the feeling. I probably cried for an hour being overjoyed knowing how my life is going to change in the best ways.

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@@quiltermom65 Thank you! I've heard of it being 3 months in places in California, but it's a requirement for 6 here in Virginia. 3 months would have been great though. I was told upfront by my pcp how long this would take before I started the program. Good luck with everything!

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I have Kaiser also and started the process in mid July. I am currently 4 lbs from my initial goal set by my surgeon. I have a follow up phone appointment with the nutritionist and my psych evaluation on Tuesday.

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