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Oh I get that it isnt a quick fix.I perfer a slow,steady weight loss due to better adjustment system wise and its just a healthier loss. I eat balanced, portioned meals, exercise pretty regularly, no known metabolic issues, though I do have pcos. It seems after I had my 3rd son, things just arent working. I have cared for post op RNY/ gastric bypass patients before and I feel that it is far too extreme for me. I just need that incentive to make a better choice. I have to vs well I can chose too. I know if I have truly uncomfortable consequences, that I will make the right choice to avoid the ickies.

Going thru my insurance, BCBS of MA, their criteria looks to be fairly easy and straight forward. Dr.Chock seems very cool and the nursing staff were very informative and helpful.

If insurance pays for the surgery, do they cover the fills as well?

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13 months from the day of surgery. Any after that their fee is $150.00 right now.

I wish you luck on your journey.

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ok so I am also set up with O'Keef for the behavior/nutrition requirement for insurance. My psych eval is first week of April. What all is involved in that?

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ok so I am also set up with O'Keef for the behavior/nutrition requirement for insurance. My psych eval is first week of April. What all is involved in that?

I went to Eileen O'Keeffe and she was great. She knows exactly what the insurance needs to hear and she has good lifestyle/diet things to think about.

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