Question:
Has anyone had quick results when having all things ready at first visit ?

I had a 29 year detailed diet history & five years of weights and medical history along with my letter from my pcp.Has anyone else had all this at first and if so how long was the wait.    — Terri H. (posted on September 30, 2000)

September 30, 2000
hi there, i was prepared like you and i was approved in 2 days with aenta hmo. good luck!
   — annette C.

October 1, 2000
I had everything ready for my first visit in April but the insurance approval didn't come through until the beginning of August. I did use the time in between to get my sleep study and cardiology clearance that the surgeon requested.
   — Nanette T.

October 1, 2000
Terri, I had my first visit on May 1, 2000 and had open RNY on June 23rd. Like you I had done my homework and went in with all paperwork. I had to lose 25 pounds and when that was almost done my doctor put me on his "1st available" list. When one of the other patients backed out of surgery I was put in her slot. Best thing I ever did! Good luck and hang in there!
   — Andrea P.

October 14, 2000
I went to the mandatory seminar my surgeon gives with all my paperwork completed and all bases covered, down to my own letter. The only thing that held me up (about 1 1/2 weeks) was my primary doctor's letter of referral. When the surgeon's office received that, they faxed it to my insurance company and I was approved THE NEXT DAY -- I was shocked! Prior planning and preparation made all the difference for me!
   — Michelle F.