Lap band is in my future

[Texasgirl1966 0]

I just completed my 6th month of medically supervised program on Thursday. I met with my surgeon, dietition, and financial advisor last Tuesday and had my psych evaluation on Friday and then I was then told some devistating news that the notes that my Dr put in my chart with each of my visits weren't specific and it is very possible that I will have to start all over! :tt2: I was devistated to say the least.

My Dr. didn't think it was possible to have his notes altered since his dictations were all complete and signed after each visit. I just can't think about starting over. My Dr didn't realize how specific his notes needed to be and after 5 long days I got a message from him tonight that he was getting the notes revised and would have the corrections in a couple of days! I was so happy to hear those words. I just don't think I could face another 6 months of Dr visits. I had already started focusing on having lap band and begining a new way of life. Also, I have already met my deductable for this year and have saved all my vacation and sick days in prepration for having surgery this year. Right now it looks like it may still be possible to be banded in 2008! I would love to be banded in October or early November but, will take any date in 2008.

Anyone else have a close call and it worked out in the end?

[JamieNP 20]

I got denied...gained 6.5 lbs and then got approved! Surgery is Sept 30th.

Good luck to ya!!

[Texasgirl1966 0]

Thanks, good luck to you on the 30th.

[Texasgirl1966 0]

I just got my surgery date - It's November 18th. I'm so excited, this is finally going to happen!!

All the problems that I have encounterd along the way don't seem like such a big deal now, surgery is in my future!