Approved today and now terrified

What a wild ride. March 30 I was denied. I called the Med. Review Manager at the insurance company and asked for some clarification about a few issues and told him where in the documents he could find information. Then after talking with the surgeon's office, they thought it wasn't going to happen after their conversation with the ins. co. HOWEVER- Today I got an approval letter without even a formal appeal. At first I was so excited, but now I am terrified and wonder if I selected the right surgery. I had changed my mind to Lapband when I thought I would never be approved and have to self-pay, but now I am approved for RNY and not sure what to do. Kim M.

Hey Kim! Being terrified is totally normal. We all went through it. Trust me! It helped me to read other people's profiles to see what all they went through. We have some people posting on this board with amazing stories. God brought us all through some rough times to be sure. Personally, I have no regrets...and I went through a horrible ordeal in the beginning. Still, I would do it all again. I feel very normal now...6 mos out and down 80 lbs. I eat very normal food and I do not feel deprived at all. Just make sure you have a really good surgeon and trust your instincts. You will know if something is wrong. We will be praying for you! Love, Jacinda

Thanks Jacinda. I am so glad you do not have regrets. I appreciate your encouragement. Kim M.

Good morning Kim! CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPROVAL! What you're feeling is normal and if I'm not mistaken we all go through that fear. Like Jacinda said, try reading some rofiles and you'll find allot of success stories. I'm 20 months post op and I've lost a total of 165.8 lbs and feel so BLESSED I'Ve been able to get this far. Pray and ask God for guidance. I too will be prayinG for you. God bless you, Letty -165.8

Thanks Letty. I appreciate the prayers. Kim M.

Kimberly, The Pre-Op Jitters? Common as deep Navels out here! Think of it as - EXTREME EXCITEMENT! In disguise. Prayers for Peace Out for you! Best Wishes- Dx

Thanks DX. I do need the prayers for peace. Kim