November 28 revision from Lap Band to RNY- scared, you bet!
Started this journey Nov 10, 2010. Had my lap band, and was never able to have any restriction. Finally it was confirmed, I had a leak. My BMI is on the lower side now 36. I lost almost 45 pounds during the first year, however I was working out 4 times week with a personal trainer, 2 hour sessions. Sad to say when the abdominal pain started, I quit working out and have gained about 20 pounds back... When I really needed my band, we discovered it didn't work, and most likely never had. I have had abdominal pain at the port and band site since Mayof this past year. Have had ct scan and ultrasound which show everything is in the right place,they are thinking adhesions and scar tissue? In May it was decided the band need to come out. My original surgeon, who I really like, gave me the option to the have the RNY . I have decided to go ahead with a revision. My primary insurance company was always going to allow the surgery, it was just a matter of where. There is 2 major hospitals where I live, one is contracting, and one is not. The non- contracting hospital happens to be the only facility within 350 miles who does revisions. Took me since May of this past year to get my insurance company to allow me to have this revision to RN local, and not traveling 6-8 hours from my home. After two appeals, finally got to them to say they would pay contracting rates, but I am responsible for the balance billed charges. Just got the news October 21st. I am scheduled for my revision on November 28. Like everyone, I don't like anesthesia, and dread the falling asleep and waking up more than the procedure itself.
If there are many revisions out there, and want to send any helpful hints my way, they would be greatly appreciated.
