Another New one to site--banded 08/23

[rumar 1]

Hello MFANKS,

I used Dr. Scott Steinberg at Dekalb Medical Center. I chose them because they have a separate Obesity Center next to the hospital plus I've used Dekalb Medical Center in the past. I started the process in April first making a consultation appt with Dr. Steinberg and then received a package to fill out on-line after seeing a Dietician and getting clearance from a Psychologist and Lung Specialist. I was told with Blue Cross Blue Shield I could expect approval or denial within 15-30 days. It was exactly 30 days from the time I submitted the form on-line I got the call for the approval and I scheduled surgery the next week. The on line form you fill out basically ask about what medical issues you're having, medications you're on, family history and all diets you have tried (dates and duration). If you wish, you can give them a call at 404 501-7903 or go on-line and check out the Obesity Center link from Dekalbmedicalcenter.org for more info. I hope this helps. Let me know if you need any other information.

Rumar

[MFRANKS 0]

thanks you make this sound easy ,i am stressing about nothing. again thanks. i did look at the site,however i gone too far w/T Duncan to turn around

[FlyGal 0]

Hi, Yeah it is really hard to follow a schedule when every doctor is telling you something different, I am on my mushy food diet now, although last week I had applesauce and pudding and I think I shouldn't of had, but I seemed to feel okay, just some uncomfort. Anyway could you please tell me how you inserted the tickerfactory to your signature?

[bella911 0]

your not alone....i was banded on 8/21 i know exactly how you feel. i am still at home have not gone back to work...i watch tv and there's nothing but food....i am hanging in there... good luck