Question:
I don't know where to go next!

I have obtained cerification for the surgery from my ins.my doctor wrote the letter for me to the ins.NOW I need to find a doctor in southern Ill.or Missouri,INdiana or surrounding areas.If you know of a dr.that dosen't have a long waiting period to wait because my ins. has a time limit for my coverage.    — Keitha B. (posted on June 4, 2003)

June 3, 2003
Why not ask your PCP for a referral? Once you get a few names, contact them and ask about the wait. If you already have insurance approval, the wait shouldn't be too long.
   — Carolyn M.

June 3, 2003
I would suggest a find a doc search on this site, using the state maps. Usually, the listing will tell you what insurance they have accepted, as well as, reviews posted by their patients.
   — David F.

June 4, 2003
I think Dr. Gomez in Indianapolis can get you in pretty quick if you are already approved. He is wonderful. Good Luck!
   — Beffy W.

June 4, 2003
Hi there...Winona Hospital in Indianapolis (Winlife program www.winlife.com) can get you in pretty quick. I went in January to have my psych eval and all, had pre-ops in mid-Feb and could have had surgery 1st of March but had it 18th due to family being out of town! Good luck in where you go.
   — Michelle M.

June 5, 2003
I know that you are looking in southern ill. But May I suggest Dr. Daniel Deziel in chicago. He is listed on this site. It only took me one month from my appt with my PCP till I had surgery. (and I am a lightweight)
   — hooterzgirl75