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September 9, 2003

Just getting started! I've already done my doctor visit and they've just submitted my precertification letter, and now the wait begins! I am not a very patient person ( think buzzard!) and have already called the doctors office and ins. company two times each! I've read so much on every web site and I ASSUME that I will be denied from the begining! So I feel it's better to prepare myself, and if I get approval right off the bat, it will be a nice surprise! This site has a wealth of information and I really appreciate the time and trouble everyone goes through to let everyone know their experiences!

Thanks!, Ally

Sunni · September 10, 2003

Hi Ally!

I have my first consultation with my doctor on Thursday, Im hoping for early December surgery date.

What part of Texas are you from?

Sunni

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Alexandra · September 10, 2003

Hi Ally,

It's hard to stay calm during this time, but try to concentrate on other things for your own sake. You definitely want to confirm that your carrier has received the request, although sometimes that's not easy to do. Who is your carrier?

Good luck and keep us posted!

September 11, 2003

Hi guys!

I feel so glad to talk to people who know what I'm even talking about! Most people are so negetive when you tell them what your doing! I even have people that tell me I really don't look fat enough to get this surgery??? Hello... 5'3/ 225! I always answer, "exactly how fat is fat enough?"

I'm from the Houston area(Conroe/Woodlands) And will be going to Houston to get surgery when I am approved. My ins. co. is Elite Benefits systems/ Beechstreet. I am trying so hard to be patient! I am not afraid of surgery at all, I had my Gallbladder removed through the lap procedure, easy as pie! I recover fast! My doctor has such a great history with this surgery, and that makes my really calm also! If I could go now , I'm ready!

Take care and enjoy the day!

Ally