Whoo hoo!!! Got a surprise today

I went for my weight in today and did lose 2 lbs. I was so happy to see that because I do not have a scale and I certainly could not feel a 2lb weight loss. Anyway, I had to talk to Kathy after meeting with Sloan and she said next month is your last weight in. I was so surprised. My initial visit was counted as my first month weight in which was 2/14. So, I am a little closer than I thought. Now, for anyone who has Carefirst BC/BS....did you have to get 5 years of obesity history from your  PCP? Love Gail

That's good news Gail.  I hope that the time will go by quickly for you.  Keep up the great work.   Hugs, Robin

Congradulation on the 2lbs.  I have BC/BS Federal so I only had to submit 2 yrs of medical records.  Actually because I am a diabetic and my Endocrolonogist is not my PCP I submitted two year of his history and a physical from my PCP.  Actually I see the diabetes doctor more than the PCP. 

Hi Gail, Guess I was lucky I have MDIPA Blue Cross with the State . They did make me do the 6 month diet but I never had to submit any information , DVR's office took care of all that for me.  All I had to do with my PCP was just ask for the re-slip to see DVR.  You are on your way now, I know it seems like a long road but you will be on the bench in no time flat.  Best of Luck to you, it's a wonderful ride. Bobbie (Barbara).

DOING THE HAPPY DANCE::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::SO HAPPY FOR YOU GAIL BY THE WAY CHECK YOUR MESSAGES LOL LOSERS BENCH MAKE WAY FOR ME AND GAIL

Thats great, Gail. Glad to hear the good news. Carefirst flat out denied me on the surgery, but they will pay for the tests. Go figure.

Mark

Hi Mark, Are you going to be self pay? or do you have another insurance that will cover the cost of the surgery?

Hi Gail, I remember being all excited too when they told me that when I had my consulation that was considered as the first visit. You are so close girl I so happy for you.  I am actually polishing off a seat for yo and Darla!! Best wishes 

No, I did not need that with carfirst bc/bs. Just the six months. And bingo, I was approved one week after submitting the diet info. 

I have CarefFirst BC/BS Federal and I only needs the letter from my PCP. My surgeons office said they are just waiting for the "hard copy" from BC. They don't do pre approvals or LRNY. They pay afterwards. I pray for a date this week.