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hi everyone,

i have a question or two. i just moved to wilmington, nc from memphis, tn and i spoked to the weight lost doctor nurse today and she told me that when i attend the seminar(july 10) that i can schedule and appointment and things of that nature with the doctor for an consultation. but she said it all depends on how long it takes me to complete the packet and the test and that i would need a referral from my regular care doctor.

ok i don't have a regular pcp as i just moved here.. i do however have a women's appointment schedule for in august, will an ob-gyn referral be good enough or MUST it come from a pcp only!

thanks a lot

i know it's a long journey before you actually have the surgery, but i'm just curious..

thanks in advance

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All programs differ in a few aspects, but I think this is one that does not. My insurance required a letter from my PCP only, not a specialist. Insurance companies want to see a weight history and general health history (lab results, if you have any problems with sleep apnea, diabetes, high cholesterol). These are things your OB/GYN usually does not follow. I would check with your insurance company. Good Luck!

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hi and thanks for replying,

i talked to my new ob office today and they said that he is an "family doctor" as well and that the appointment that i will be having can also include a complete physical as well as an cbc.. so i'm hoping this will be a one stop thing, but to be on the safe side i will also be scheduling another appointment with another doctor later this month...

never hurts to have "too much"...

so thank you

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