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big_ideas
on 9/6/10 7:56 am - Randolph, NJ
Topic: RE: OMG What an amazing feeling.
Is that the one on Route 10 by Forte?

wannablite
on 9/6/10 7:03 am - Southern, NJ
Topic: RE: haven't shown myself here in a while
 Hi Roberta!
I, too, am getting back. I was looking to have WLS in 2007 & lost my insurance so once again I just got it back and am trying to move forward as quickly as possible. I remember you had given me such great advice and when I came back on last week I was looking for you. Would you say that you and your husband remain fairly stable weight wise after all these years? Nice to see you again!


pny4try
on 9/6/10 5:03 am - Maple Shade, NJ
Topic: surgeon fees and insurance pay out
hello

i'm 7 weeks out from rygb performed by Dr. Brolin @ UMC Princeton on jul 12, 2010. Still not back to work yet, and starting to worry about finances. but, that's another story.

i have horizon blue cross direct access. Dr. Brolin is an "out of netwrok" doc for me, but was the best choice for my precedure.  I am begining to appeal my insurance payment, and I need some back up info from everyone.

What was your surgeons fee?
What did your insurance pay?
What did your insurance consider the "customary" or allowable fee?

any other financial advice is welcomed!
thanks!
Terry

Terry
    
RCassety
on 9/6/10 4:50 am - Lindenwold, NJ
Topic: haven't shown myself here in a while
hi gang

been away for a while -- probably a couple of yrs -- no excuses and i should really find time to get back here -- still love my decision to have WLS -- it's been since 11/22/06 -- i think of many  of you often and wonder how you all are :) so i guess i'm just trying to get back into the habit of posting and sharing

thanks
roberta
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Ross - Open RNY 5/22/06 - 373/194
- BCBS Horizon NJ
Roberta - Open RNY  11/22/06 - 228/126- Aetna QPOS

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DrMichaelSakowitz
on 9/6/10 4:12 am
Topic: RE: help
An excellent self observation Ebony...well done.

Good luck with the 5K....remember it is only one step further

Dr Mike
Michael L. Sakowitz, Ph.D. is a psychologist (NJ 35SI00148700) and member of ObesityHelp's Mental Health Board.  By posting, he makes no promises, guarantees, representations, or warranties, expressed or implied, and assumes no duty or liability with regard to the information contained herein.  This post is not intended to diagnose or treat any physical or mental condition.  No professional services are being rendered and nothing is intended to provide such services or advice of any kind.  No website or informational post can take the place of seeking professional help.  If you need professional help of any kind, please seek the services of a professional or dial 911.
Plum1967
on 9/6/10 3:37 am
Topic: RE: help
It is natural to hit a stall... your body needs time to catch up to all the changes it is going through.

You may also find that increasing your intake (sticking to the protein first mindset) will jump start your loss again.

Good for you with the 5K... I have done several... mostly walking with a little jogging... GO FOR IT!

~wendy

I've partnered with Team In Training to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

If you want to help fight blood cancers, please consider donating at http://pages.teamintraining.org/nj/rnr12/wnystrom.

Thank you for your support!


 

ebonyfigueroa
on 9/6/10 3:14 am
Topic: RE: FINALLY!
my  bmi was 72   i have afilter get it its a life saver it doesnt hurt ur doc is tan agood r t for u it fights off blood clots muscle milk is the best
yessss i go in with DR. BILOF .....   THANKS DOMINGA   WWW.GARDENSTATEBARIATRICS.COM  MAY GOD BE WITH ME THIS DAY AND ANY OTHER DAY IM SO HAPPY I CRY AS I WRITE THIS YESSSSSS PLS FEE FREE TO SHARE ANY AND EVERYTHING WITH ME
ebonyfigueroa
on 9/6/10 2:12 am
Topic: RE: help
none taken lol right i dont think im gettin in all my protein
yessss i go in with DR. BILOF .....   THANKS DOMINGA   WWW.GARDENSTATEBARIATRICS.COM  MAY GOD BE WITH ME THIS DAY AND ANY OTHER DAY IM SO HAPPY I CRY AS I WRITE THIS YESSSSSS PLS FEE FREE TO SHARE ANY AND EVERYTHING WITH ME
Tom C.
on 9/5/10 5:51 am - Mount Arlington, NJ
Topic: RE: 1 Year Surgiversary
I am doing well my friend. Without a computer, so getting on and viewing/answering is more of a chore than usual - but if that's the worst of it, I'm ok with that !!

Good Luck on your Journey !!

Tom

“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight”  The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
DrMichaelSakowitz
on 9/5/10 1:50 am
Topic: RE: help
Begin by monitoring what you are doing.....track both food intake and exercise.  Souds like you have a lot going on and might have gotten a little sloppy?  No judgement here just a thought.

The next step is to change something....I know, easier said than done.

Good luck

Dr Mike
Michael L. Sakowitz, Ph.D. is a psychologist (NJ 35SI00148700) and member of ObesityHelp's Mental Health Board.  By posting, he makes no promises, guarantees, representations, or warranties, expressed or implied, and assumes no duty or liability with regard to the information contained herein.  This post is not intended to diagnose or treat any physical or mental condition.  No professional services are being rendered and nothing is intended to provide such services or advice of any kind.  No website or informational post can take the place of seeking professional help.  If you need professional help of any kind, please seek the services of a professional or dial 911.
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