awebs 0 Posted May 20, 2008 Hi everyone, I'm new to the site and have my Lap-Band scheduled for May 23rd. I've been looking forward to this since last fall when I was first seen. I got sidetracked when I couldn't pass the cardiology consult and ended up having a cardiac cath with a stent placed. I found out around 2 weeks ago that my insurance (Humana) approved my procedure, had a pre-op last week with my surgery being scheduled for this Friday. It's all happened so fast, which I am not complaining, I just can't believe it is going to happen. I will be having the surgery at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington Ky with Dr. Weiss. I look forward to any words of wisdom that anyone would like to share. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Debbie1955 0 Posted May 20, 2008 Wel I have no words of wisdom, I am still waiting myself. I don't even see the doctor until June 10. BUT Dr. Weiss is also going to do my surgery ( I hope) but I can have it done close to home in Mayfield, Ky., he comes here a couple days a month. :thumbup: So I wish you good luck on yours and will be waiting to hear your words of wisdom! You can let me know if Dr. Weiss is as good as I heard he was. Lots of luck and please keep me posted! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cheryl1952 0 Posted May 20, 2008 Do you work for the state? I also have Humana and am looking forward in getting the lapband at Central Baptist by the same doctor. I have to wait 6 months. Good Luck and please keep me posted. Cheryl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Debbie1955 0 Posted May 20, 2008 No,,I am an apartment manager. I have insurance thru my husband, Anthem, Blue cross Blue Shield. I know my insurance will pay, i called and asked them. I just have to wait for all the pre-op stuff and get it approved for sure. I think I have enough prove from my regular doctor that I have tried dieting without success for over 6 months. But I still might have to go on a 6 month diet for Dr. Weiss. Does he ask you to do this,,or is it for insurance. ( I have got to cut my nails it is taking me forever to type after spell checking everything Ha ha) I live in Benton Ky. (west Ky) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
awebs 0 Posted May 20, 2008 My husband has insurance from the state. The 6 months was required by my insurance. Dr. Weiss wants you to go on a high Protein diet 2 weeks before surgery. He seemed very nice and both drs. have a great reputation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Debbie1955 0 Posted May 20, 2008 Thanks for the information. I have heard nothing but good things about the doctors, Weiss & Oldam, and the bad things get around fast so I think we have good doctors. The nurse that heads the bariatric group at the hospital I am going to is also very nice. I met her at he seminar but she emailed me and called me with information before I went. I think we will do great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
