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cindyls06
on 2/16/11 10:09 am - Marietta, GA

VSG on 03/16/11

Topic: RE: Finally!! Approval and a Date!!

Thanks everyone for your warm wishes!!

cindyls06
on 2/16/11 10:07 am - Marietta, GA

VSG on 03/16/11

Topic: RE: UHC and support groups

Oh man, well I am not sure if there is a time limit around that (like 6 meetings over six months), but if not, Dr Dennis Smith has 3 support groups a month and I "think" the woman who runs it might be a nurse.

Its in Marietta though, but I think they are having one tomorrow night. It might be worth investigating while Tifany is filing the appeal. Those things can sometimes take time. Just a thought. I hope everything works out for you girl and you get your surgery really soon. I TOTALLY understand setbacks and appeals.

nilesmama08
on 2/16/11 7:18 am - Atlanta , GA

VSG on 09/14/11

Topic: RE: UHC and support groups

I must attend 6 support group meetings. I am a bit confused about this requirement. It sounds like shbp is behind all of the problems because some UHC patients do not need ANY support group meetings.

cindyls06
on 2/16/11 1:50 am - Marietta, GA

VSG on 03/16/11

Topic: RE: Want to meet Vitalady?

I am interested as well!

cindyls06
on 2/16/11 1:49 am - Marietta, GA

VSG on 03/16/11

Topic: RE: UHC and support groups

Is the requirement for you to attend 3 support group meetings or just one with the RN or dietician as the leader?

Cindy

nilesmama08
on 2/16/11 1:21 am - Atlanta , GA

VSG on 09/14/11

Topic: UHC and support groups

I attended three different support groups in the south Atlanta area. UHC is trying to deny me for attending all three groups. Recently, UHC changed their requirements for support groups. Support group leaders must be RN or dietitians. Most of the groups in my area are led by post-op individuals. It seems like another barrier UHC is decided to use to stop individuals from having surgery. I just though I would let everyone know especially due to people inquiring about the best insurance for approval.

I believe my surgeon plans on submitting my paperwork and filing an appeal. Tiffany(Dr. Macik insurance person) says she will make some calls as well because it sounds ridiculous to her. I will finish most of my requirements in March. Support group can potentially hold up my surgery.

Stephanie

Jeannie A.
on 2/15/11 8:25 pm - Stockbridge, GA

RNY on 07/27/06

Topic: SUPPORT MEETING - HENRY MEDICAL CENTER!

Southside WLS Support! Welcome Friends to SOUTHSIDE WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP; located at HENRY MEDICAL CENTER: 1133 Eagles Landing Parkway; Stockbridge, Georgia 30281. Meetings are held in the Education Building in the Foundation Board Room starting at 7:00 to 8:00 on the 4^th Tuesday of each month. Support information is facilitated by Dorothy Jean (Jeannie) Armstrong-Obesity Help Support Leader. Contact information email ([email protected]); (404)754-8801. Online support information ( http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/jeannie_4759/ ) And Deborah Turrell- Obesity Help Support Leader & Life Coach. Contact information, e-mail ([email protected]) (678)583-1015. Online support information ( http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/kokomaui2000/ ). We are here to help you along your JOURNEY and Better Health. Henry Medical Center does not support WLS, but has given us a place to give support to those in need. NEXT MEETING: Feburary 22,2011 AT 7:00 PM

Jeannie Armstrong
OH Support Group Leader
RNY 07/27/06
sw358/ cw 175/ qw 175 to 160
I have been blessed with God's Help!

For those in GEORGIA come and join us at PEDMONT HENRY MEDICAL CENTER in the EDUCATIONAL BUILDING in Foundation Board room the 4th TUESDAY of each month at 6:30pm.

http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/jeannie4759_group/tab,0/page,1/#my_groups_main:1