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How long if diagnosed with sleep apnea will I have to wait for surgery? Or do I not have to wait?



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I had to use a cpap for 30 days before my surgery date.

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I didn't have to wait. I just had to bring my tubing and mask to the hospital.

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@@TammyMMD The time it takes to get qualified for surgery all depends on your insurance plan. Some plans require a 6 month medically supervised nutrition program....some require 3 months, and some require none.....

You will get the most accurate information by contacting your insurance company and requesting a copy of the requirements for weight loss surgery. Each plan is different so you don't want to go by what others say. You don't want to be surprised in the end. It's best to get all the requirements upfront so you know what to expect.

Good luck to you!!

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I never got a cpap machine as I hope surgery will take care of my sleep apnea (I was diagnosed with it, but its a mild case)

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I was told the same as trekker954. I was diagnosed with mild sleep apnea and not given a machine. The doctor said that if I lose weight the apnea will go away.

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I was diagnosed in November and didn't get my machine until March. Had surgery in May.

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My sleep apnea went away very fast. Approx 1 month post op and 30 lb (10%) weight loss.

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I don't even snore anymore (much joy for my family) :)

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