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cochisse99 · February 10, 2009

Hi to all,

I'm new at this, and I've chosen a Dr. for my lapband but I'm waiting for the consultation. Any help or suggestions on what I should do next is greatly appreciated. :thumbdown:

bambam · February 10, 2009

Hi Cochisse -

My process started out with a free seminar given by my surgeon's team. I received paperwork to fill out after that which I mailed back and that got the ball rolling for me. (In his practice it isn't possible to make an appointment to see him until you have gone to the seminar). Your surgeon's office will let you know what the steps are you will need to go through, it varies somewhat by doctor and patient. If you have insurance and haven't checked already, check to make sure your insurance covers the surgery and make sure the surgeon you are seeing is covered, as well as the hospital where they perform surgery. I was set up to go to a seminar with one group of surgeons and found out while they were covered by my insurance, the hospital they use was not. My insurance company actually directed me to a Bariatric Center of Excellence in the same city.

Best of luck on your journey!

siouxhockeyfan · February 10, 2009

I am in a similar spot! My consultation appointment is on Monday. I have already gone to the information session, and received a bunch of paperwork to fill out and bring with me. I am excited and nervous all at the same time!! :thumbdown: Best of luck to you on this journey.