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Shannon R. 20 years, 2 months ago
Brandi, I want you to know that you are in my prayers. Boy, I KNOW what it's like waiting and fighting this battle! I started researching and making dr. appts in Nov. 2001, I just got approved a week and a half ago and got my date yesterday (10/26), so it was a 2 1/2 yr battle for me so I am all too familiar to the battle. I went through 3 insurance companies and I now have UHC and was approved the first time. They take forever once they have your info, just know that but make sure it's not an exclusion. I know each individual plan is different but if you call them they may be able to tell you if it's a covered benefit needint predetrmination only. Its really hard to get ahold of someone who knows how to dig for the correct info (Keri is great) I needed a diet failure, psych eval, nutrition classes, and participation in a support group, plus the doc had to be in network. Feel free to read my profile for more info. I am thinking of you and I want you to know this whole thing is so worth all the brick walls we hit, it just takes time! Love,Shannon![](http://images.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/pics/n/nae-mz-j1055035928-1fc.jpg)
Naes Wls J. 20 years, 12 months ago
<b>I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all. (unknown author) FROM MY HEART TO YOU~*~Hugs~*~</b>![](http://images.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/pics/n/neva-sharon-wa-1fc.jpg)
Sharon Neva 21 years, 3 months ago
BRANDI~~BEST WISHES ON YOUR WLS JOURNEY~~ May the world hug you today with its warmth, and love.....Pray it whispers a joyful tune in your heart.....And may the wind carry a voice that tells you there is a friend sitting in another corner of the world wishing you well!~~![](http://images.obesityhelp.com/uploads/avatar/153574.jpg)
Wendy D P. 21 years, 3 months ago
Hi Brandi~~ I saw your post on the message board and I wanted to say good luck with your WLS journey! I am not from Oregon, nor did I have to purchase insurance, but our stats are pretty much the same. (I will be 27 in June, started at 313, 5 foot 7) I had my surgery on April 23rd, and as of last week I have lost 32 lbs. Just thought I would let you know there are people out here routing for you! Good luck! Write me if you want to =c ) Wendy D![](http://images.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/pics/b/bazan-paula-mi-1fc.jpg)
MommaAngel 21 years, 3 months ago
HI BRANDI I just want you to know that I am praying that everything will go smooth as you journey to the losing side. LORD BLESSAbout Me
Portland, OR
Location
35.9
BMI
Surgery
05/25/2005
Surgery Date
Aug 18, 2002
Member Since