Revision from VSG to RNY - Going to my 1st appointments with Dietician & Psychologist

Hi Everyone,

I am so happy because I'm going to my first consultation with the Dietician and Psychologist tomorrow.  My doctor's office will turn in my packet to BCBS Federal after they receive the reports from these 2 appointments. As far as I know I do have the requirements for the revision.  The doctor is going to submit a medical necessity letter also.  Just thought I'd give you all an update.  

May I ask why the revision? Good Luck

Hi there kitkat88,  

The Lap Band or the Sleeve was not for me.   Had the LB in 2008 I hated it, lost 14 lbs and gained 17 lbs.  I was revised to the Sleeve in 2009 I lost some weight about 30 lbs and gained back most of the weight.  If you have a problem with eating white carbs like I do the the Sleeve will stretch and you will gain weight.  I also have a Hiatal Hernia with the Sleeve.  There was a study made this year and it showed more Sleevers gained their weight back and developed a sweet tooth, even if you never had one before.  That is exactly what happened to me, now I love cake, cookies, candy etc.....  I did not want to get the DS because, first of all BCBS Federal will not cover it if your BMI is lower than 50.  So, that is my story.  I am going for the Gastric Bypass RNY.

Thanks for replying.