Frustrated

[kimkw 7]

I have to convert from band to sleeve. It does not make sense to me to have to do a 3 month diet trial. Does everyone have to do this??

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[BarrySue 602]

Every plan is individualized depending on the specific guidelines set by your doctor and your insurance company. Unfortunately, experiences will vary and there is not one uniform method.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I have to convert from band to sleeve. It does not make sense to me to have to do a 3 month diet trial. Does everyone have to do this??

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Whether it makes sense to you or not, just follow the procedure required by your surgeon and insurance company.

[mom2hounds 28]

What do you mean by 3 month diet trial?

[kimkw 7]

What do you mean by 3 month diet trial?

You have to follow diet for 3 months to show commitment to weight loss. If I hadn't had a band for 4 years, it might make sense

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I have to convert from band to sleeve. It does not make sense to me to have to do a 3 month diet trial. Does everyone have to do this??

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Whether it makes sense to you or not, just follow the procedure required by your surgeon and insurance company.

Diet trial when I have a band, not much of a trial.

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[mom2hounds 28]

I had to diet for 1yr. before surgery. I was extremely obese. I lost 100lbs. in that year. I don't understand, like you if you have the band why do a diet. Maybe to show total commitment?

[kjcatchings1957 4]

It's an insurance requirement. Keep hope alive. You'll be fine.

[kimkw 7]

Great news. I do not have to wait 3 months. Final appointment 3/22 hopefully revision in April

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[mom2hounds 28]

Congratulations!!!!!! So happy for you