APPROVED AT LAST!!!!

I have finally been approved!! Persistence has paid off, with a little help from Walter Lindstrom, and a lot of help from the Lord! It was he who sustained me and made all this possible.. Praise God! Well, my Amos sibs, now the real part begins.. I already spoke with Dr. Overcash's office and they want to schedule it on 8/27 but I think I need a little more time than that.. I wasn't prepared to be approved so quickly.. I had prepared myself to fight till the last appeal with CIGNA. but holy of holy's it only took the first appeal to change their mind.. WOW! Isn't God Good! Now I feel kinda lost I haven't had time to research what I need to have at home for post-op so if anyone can offer some helpful advice I would greatly appreciate it.. Any of Dr. Overcash's patients can you share what pre-op test are needed?? Pleas? Hugs & Blessings, Vikki

Congrats, Vikki!! I am not one of Dr. O's patients, so have no idea what he will require pre-op or even post op. I didn't need anything in particular at home post op -- just alot of liquids and protein powder for drinks, clear soups and broths, sf popsicles and puddings. I bought a baby 'sippy' cup to cut down on large gulps of liquid. I was allowed 1 oz of liquid every hour the first week. But, I didn't require anything else at home. Linda in Jax Open RNY 11/25/02 291/189/150

I am so very happy for you.I'm sure that some of our post-op brothers and sisters have lots of useful advice,so be sure to take it and take care.Best wishes.......T

woo hoo vicky lou!!! praise god indeed for a quick approval....hoping to see you successfully on the losing side soon.

I AM APPROVED, AS WELL. Finally after 4 months of fighting with the insurance company, yesterday, I called and I was finally aapproved. I am not fimiliar with Dr. Overcash but just wanted to share my approval news with you as well. GOOD LUCK and MAY GOD BLESS YOU!!!