Omg - approved!!!!

[djw6171 0]

OK, so I just started this process about 4 weeks ago and I got a call yesterday from the surgeon telling me that I need my psych eval asap. I have already had that scheduled and they knew it so I could not figure out this phone call. When I called them back , I was advised that it was approved and just waititng for that! I could not and still cannot believe it!!! Now I am really nervous, I did not expect it to happen so fast. No 6 month diet or anything!! WOW! I will keep you updated, I get my surgery date next week!! Wish me luck!!!

[Debski 0]

That is so awesome...good for you, good luck with your surgery and keep us posted! I am scheduled for the 29th. and cannot wait!

Debbie

[PSJ71 0]

Wow!! that IS awesome!!! Good for you!!! I hope I am as lucky. :confused: I still have a long way to go yet. I haven't even gone to the seminar yet. Soon though :thumbup:

[Jodi_620 37]

:thumbup:Woo-Hoo Deanna, That's Great!

LOL, I was the same as you...anxous to get approved then suddenly I was approved and everything started moving so fast that I got nervous.

[Jeni 85 0]

:biggrin:Congrats!!!

Let us know when you get your surgery day...

When i got approved i had surgery 1.5wks later.. because my one insurance was expiring on my 22nd birthday so we really had to ush things along.

[brookepanda 0]

Many congrats coming your way!

[SuzieQ240 0]

Sounds like you guys in the States have a longer/different process than we do here in Canada. I filled out a form on line, had a phone consult with the Dr. and got my surgery booked all in the same day. I got my package 5 days later with all my info. I started those awful shakes 3 days ago and have lost 7 lbs already. I hate those shakes. Surgery date is July 29th

[iwalktheline 1]

what kind of insurance do you have and did you have to have a referral from your doc?

[SuzieQ240 0]

aaaaahhh, that makes sense to me now - My insurance doesn't cover lapband here in Canada so I am paying out of pocket so there wouldn't be any approval.

[djw6171 0]

I have MAMSI Optimum Choice and my doctor only had to refer me to the surgeon.

[terrasmom 0]

Congratulations! Remember getting the band is the first step only. Then it's how to live with the band/eat differently/change your habits to support being healthy and active! You can do this!!! Congrats!