Hey everyone, I'm brand spanking new to the site and hoping to learn a lot from everyone here. I have my very first appointment on Wednesday and am sort of scared of what my insurance is going to make me do to get approved. My insurance is from the state because I am disabled and I am worried about the hoops they will make me jump through. I've already seen something about a 3 month diet on my health chart app and all I can think is, if I were good at dieting, I wouldn't need to get my stomach hacked up. Has anyone ever had to diet for months and been turned down because they didnt lose enough?
Thanks in advance!
~mysticalmalissa
Hi and welcome to our group. I have state run insurance also. I started the ball rolling in September 2020, and did not have my gastric bypass surgery until July 2021.
The process required by my bariatric team and insurance included 6 months of a documented weight & exercise program through my pcp's office. Because my weight and bmi were at the lower end of the numbers required by insurance, my monthly visits mostly were to ensure I was eating healthier, not gaining weight, and doing some movement/exercise.
Each program will have its own guidelines, instructions, and requirements. Trust me, if these were too difficult to follow, they wouldn't be able to stay in "business" for long. You probably will be required to attend eductional class/classes, have bloodwork and tests to make sure you are healthy enough for surgery, go to a psychologist to ensure you are stable enough to follow the requirements, and a few other things to do.
It is a lengthy process, but you should appreciate that they care enough about their patients to make them ready for such a huge lifestyle change. Good luck and please keep in touch with us. You CAN do this, and you already have taken the most important step, admitting you need help to become a healthier, happier you! ❤❤
