Psychiatrist

[Jennie4315 10]

So I did all my appointments that I had to do. The only thing I didn’t do was see the psych. I go back and see the surgeon March 4th. Could it be that I don’t have to see them.

[BethanyA 1]

I just started my process and my Psych appointment is next month. Maybe your insurance doesn't make you do it. I would defiantly call and find out. You don't want to have it messed up and delay anything.

[Creekimp13 5,840]

You should see the psychiatrist. It's important. There are folks who trade food addiction for worse addictions with potentially fatal results. There are folks whose relationships fall apart. There are folks who have mental health issues that need to be addressed before surgery can be approved. Most insurance plans will require you to be cleared by a psychiatrist to approve the surgery. Most surgeons will, too. Don't wait....call your doctor's office and check if it's required. I think there's a strong chance it will be, and it would be really irritating to have your surgery date delayed while you wait to get in to see the psychiatrist. I didn't want to see the therapist...thought it was unnecissary and a waste of time/money. Boy, was I wrong! I didn't need my therapist until a few months after surgery, but I was sure glad that relationship was established when the time came. Therapy has been an integral part of my success. Food addiction is sneaky!

[Jennie4315 10]

Yes you were right they scheduled me for March to see psych.. Thank You so much for the advice 😊