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That's the exact reason I'm opting for self pay in mexico. I cant have surgery until December, and the center in Mexico advised me today that Ill have to be reapproved 90 days before surgery, which is September. But still so much easier than all the insurance hoops.



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I did my classes in Baldwin Park I finished in November I had my consultation December 9 and they offered me a surgery on the 22nd but I didn't want to have it before the holidays so the next opening was Jan 6 west la is where I had it the hospital great they will get you in really quick


Who was your Dr? I have an appt. With dr zelada tmrw at west la



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I'm just starting my 6 month doctor managed portion, hoping for surgery in december. Located in Vista, abt 40 miles north of San Diego!

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Im getting sleeved on the 22nd. Just met my surgeon yesterday dr. Zelada at kaiser west la , he was impressed with my weight loss since my options class. He offered me surgery on the 22nd, next Wednesday! No pre-op diet just Clear Liquids The day before and no eat or drink after midnight. I was so suprised it went by so fast. My first visit with the dr. Turned into a 2 for 1. A consultation appt and pre-op all in one.

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I'm in Los Angeles, CA. I'm going through the 12 week of classes that Kaiser Permanete make you take. I'm on week 5 and I feel that surgery could be a great option for me. I'm undecided if I'm going to have it or not. I joined this message board to seek out advice and support.

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