Only one more question for today!

I thought of something else I needed to ask you post-op folks! I'm just getting started with all of this, and there is so much documentation to be written and gotten...I don't know where to start! So, when I go to visit my surgeon on the 26th, will they let me know how to get in touch w/ a dietician and such? I feel stoopit for asking, but I haven't really researched this business end of getting the surgery; I'm wingin' it. Also, when should I try to get approved by my insurer...before or after the consultation? Any help is appreciated.

Brandy, Sorry I can't help you in this area. I was a self-pay patient. All I had to do is make the appointment and do it. I am sure the the surgeons office will help you with what to do. ByeBrenda

Brandy, When you go to your Consult they should help you out with all this stuff. All I did was fill out Dr. Bakers packet and it said exactly what He needed and he phoned the Insurance. I had to get a refural from my PCP to see Dr. Baker and of course a letter recommending Weight loss surgery from my PCP. And Any hospital Record pertaining to health problems due to my weight. And my diet history. Of course like I said all of the things I needed to get were in the packet Dr. Baker sent me before consultation. My Insurance turned me Down so I had to go through Arkansas Rehab. And that was a pain thay had all sorts of Info they needed. But thats okay, Because they approved the surgery and I'm happier and healthier than I have ever been In my life and I'm 39 years young. Hope this helps Hugs Debbie Moya Dr. Baker 9/22/03 354/165/147

Hey guys, thanks for the responses. I was just kinda worried about how I was supposed to do all of this. I hope I have enough medical records to deem the surgery necessary...I can't exactly remember when I had to see a dietician when I was little, etc. Anyways, thanks again! Brandy