Depends on your insurance sometimes. I went to my primary care doc and talked with him about my desires. I had prepared a spreadsheet that reflects what I tried to loose weight, when i tried it, how miuch I lost, how much I regained, and made any notes. he appreciated that I was so prepared, and agreed with my desires, and submitted his recommendation through to insurance who then approved my consult with the NP at my surgeons office. As of 2 days ago, my advocate at my surgeons office faxed my insurance aproval requests over to Blue Cross, and I am waiting. The NP (nurse practionaer) prescribes what tests to have run depending on her very extensive physical, and as of 12/9, i will only have 2 more tests to go.
Also, it helps to do some research as there are different surgeries out there. The internet, and any bookstore would be a good start. You can also contact your local hospital to see if there is a bariatric support group that meets, and yu could go to those meetings and meet people and ask questions...
I am glad you found us...welcome to the family..we are here to help and encourage you along your way. If there is anything else that you might need help with, please don't hesitate to ask.
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Whitney 
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Highest/Pre-op/ Current/Goal
GBS 3/7/06
Dr. Stanley Klein -Torrance, CA
Hernia Repair/Tummy Tuck 3/9/07!!!!
148.5 pounds and 64.5 inches gone forever!!
GOAL REACHED 2/6/07!!!
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