How long did it take form the first visit to surgery.

I am new at this. I emailed the bariatric clinic that is out of St Francis Womens Hospital. I recieved an email back saying that they will call me in the morning. I have been to siminars in the past but did not proceed with it becouse I was told that my inshurance would not pay for it. After doing so investigation I found that Dr Eric Bour MD and St Francis are Both covered on my plan and he has dune surgerys under my inshurance. What kinda info will I need to have and how long is the whole process on average. Thanks.

I had to do a psych evaluation, sleep study, and a few trips to the neutritionist before my insurance co would consider the surgery. The process can take any where from months to a year before you have the actual surgery. Everything depends on the insurance co and what the expect from you.

Just wanted to share my info with you i started the process in July of 2006 i am scheduled for surgery Jan28th.It not only depends on the insurance but also the program.I had to go to 2 support groups prior. meet with Heart and wellness center cardio dr nutritionist pshych testing and had a sleep study. During the sleep study they found i have sleepapnea so i had to get the CPAP machine before they would schedule my date. Also depending how big trhe program you need to get appointments and they might be backed up.On Jan14th i will start aliquid diet for 2 weeks not all Dr.s do this either.Well good luck to you I have heard from many the wait is worth it. Jan312

Kelly meant to say July of 2007 not 2006.