Controlled Excitement..for now

Hey Everybody! Went to the surgeons office today for my wife's two week postop visit and for my history and physical.  The doc checked me over and we talked about everything up to this point (preop tests,etc.).  He told me I was a good candidate for the surgery!  I went to the business office to schedule and was pleasantly surprised that I would only have to come up with a small amount more out of pocket.  So...(drumroll) I'm on the books for March 7 2008!   It's seems like forever away but I'm sure it will be here before I know it.  I want to make doubly sure that my wife is "over the hump" (we've got two little monsters!), and I have committments at work through February.   Now the controlled part:  I only have documented weights from 2004,2005,2006,2007, and will have one from 2008 when I see my PCP in January.  BCBS says they need 5 years, but I just don't have it.  The nurse says I "shouldn't have a problem".  They are a center of excellence and don't have to submit records to insurance until after the surgery so maybe she's right.  I just don't want to get struck down this late in the game.   Thanks to everyone here for the huge amount of knowlege that I have gained.  I'll keep everyone posted!

J, Congratulations on you and your wife's progress! March will be here before you know it. 2 weeks? She should just be pulling out of the roughest part of it. Have a Great Holiday Season!! Best Wishes- Dx

I used BCBS Texas. With that said they made me document everything, surgery was in April. When everything was finally documented completely things went as well as could be expected. Remember you and the DRS OFFICE must be dillegent. Good Luck

I have the same Doctor and I only had 4 years of weight but I was approved by BCBS. By seeing you avatar I am assuming that you work for the State of North Carolina. I do to so we both have the same health insurance. It should no problem. I got my approval letter in 6 days! I have my surgery scheduled for Jan. 3.   

Thanks everybody for your encouraging words.  Thanks turkeyman for the info.  I'm not anticipating any problems, it just seem a little "too easy" at this point.  I do have the state health plan, your post makes me feel better!

Thats awesome man, I am very happy for you.