TSB 1 Posted July 20, 2009 Okay, so I am a very impatient person. I am leaving for a Nutritionist appointment at my surgeon's in about 20 minutes. But just couldn't wait and I decided to call Anthem BCBS (of Maine). And the lady I spoke with said I AM APPROVED!!!!! She went on to say my "admit date" is 09/14/09! So, that may be my surgery date --- am going to wait and confirm that with the surgeon's office today. I am on CLOUD 9 right now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytz 4 Posted July 20, 2009 Cool! That is my Birthday so I won't forget that one. Glad you are approved! Good Luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pickles123 0 Posted July 20, 2009 Congratulations!!! I am so glad you are approved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSB 1 Posted July 20, 2009 Well, I have gained 5lbs since my last nutritionist appt:sad: But I knew I hadn't done so good this last month. The nutritionist told me if as surgery approaches, if I cannot maintain a 5 % loss, then I will have to do a pre-op liquid diet. So, I have to try to stay on track these next few weeks! BUT, I found out my surgery date is going to be AUGUST 11 vs. the Sept. 14 date the insurance company told me. YAY!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nkara 0 Posted July 21, 2009 I noticed that your under the BMI guidelines. Did you have any other risk factors. I don't mean to be too nosey but I'm meeting with the doctor tomorrow to see if I will qualify and I'm so scared I won't meet the guidelines. I am sick and tired of not having control of my weight. I've been fat since I was 10! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSB 1 Posted July 21, 2009 I noticed that your under the BMI guidelines. Did you have any other risk factors. I don't mean to be too nosey but I'm meeting with the doctor tomorrow to see if I will qualify and I'm so scared I won't meet the guidelines. I am sick and tired of not having control of my weight. I've been fat since I was 10! Yes, I am on medication for high cholesterol. I also have GERD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blaze21 5 Posted July 21, 2009 Congratulations on your decision to get banded and good luck on your journey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cb0828 5 Posted July 21, 2009 :thumbup:Congrats!! I would start trying to cut back now. Not sure about your nutritionist, but I had to see my twice, b/c she told my surgeon, she did not think I was serious about changing my eating habits. So, try not gain anymore weight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
