All Fingers Crossed

Good Afternoon All, Well I have just come from my final appt with DVR.   As most of yall know, I have struggled on which surgery to have - RNY or the Band.  Well I gave him my decision today, and I have chose the RNY.  I do believe that this will be the best surgery for me.  I do want to say thank you to Tia and Heather for giving me a lot of good advice and knowledge on the two different surgies and for answering all my questions.  I have also researched, watched videos, asked questions, read posts, and most of all soul searched on which is the right surgery for me.  In the end, I feel comfortable with my decision. So, I went to my final appt with a positive mind that today was day that they will complete my package and submitt it to Aetna.  So I met with Solan (great Lady) and of course I gained 1 lb...urghhhhhhhhhh.  I'm actually surprised it wasn't more seeing that I quit smoking.  She did tell me that I need to start eliminating carbonated drinks and my breads and stuff.

Then in comes Barbi...she is so funny!!!  She just went over everything.  Made sure I had all my tests in, and then out she went...lol

And finally, DVR came in.  He was in a great mood today.  He said, so you decided on the RNY, and he was fine with that and we talked about why that was my decision.  He was soooooooo happy that I quite smoking, and at that point my eyes got tears in them because I'm struggling soooooooooo hard with the smoking thing.  But he said he was proud of me and that he knows how hard this all can be and how overwhelming.  He said aren't you the "Single" one...I was like yup...Makes me wonder if everyone that comes to him is married....lol  I'm glad that he remembered that I'm the single one because that lets me know that he listens to his patients and that really made me feel good..

In the end, he was writing something down and I was like oh please don't write nothing bad, and he said nope, just writing that your OK and to go ahead and submit to Insurance.  I was like thank the lord.  We then went out and he told Solan the same thing.

So now its the long, dreaded wait of hearing If I get approved or denied.  So I'm asking everybody if you could please say a little prayer for me that I have a short waiting period and that when the call me that I hear the words "You've Been Approved". Thanks in Advance for your prayer and reading my post. Teri

T - I'm SO sorry I missed your call, I was in another building. I'm glad you came away satisfied that you made the right decision for yourself.  Whether RNY or the Band, you're in good hands with DVR.   I'm proud of you, too, for not smoking.  Hopefully, DVR's encouragement will help you to continue that.

Eventually, you'll be able to do a diet soda, but you may not want to ever again.  Your tastes may change.  You also may not be able to tolerate many carbs - that might be a good thing!!!

I'm glad I could help, and I enjoy the friendship we've forged from our common bond.  And I don't mean looking for men!!!!!

Hang in there and let us know as SOON as you're approved!!  Crossing my fingers, toes, legs, etc.!!!

Love,

Tia

Tia your a blessing!  I've gotta say you always post saying something positive.  Just you posting means alot.  Thanks for always being there.   T

Teri,  Congrats on your decision! You got info from two of the best people I know. Tia and Heather are great to go to for all that! :-) Good luck to you and I'll keep you in my prayers! You're in good hands!

Thanks Heather! And yup Tia & Heather are awesome.  I appreciate all the prayers I can get and thanks for responding. Teri

Hi Teri  I also have Aetna.  I recommend that you call them every couple days.  I did and it worked out much faster for me.  I knew what they needed even before my surgeon did.  Good luck on a quick response.  You are on your way now!!!

Thanks Barb!  As for Aetna, I have read, read, and re-read....lol  their requirements.  I have supplied everything to the insurance lady at DVRs office.  I'm hoping this goes smoothly.  Thanks for the advice on calling every couple of days.  Thanks for posting. Teri

No Problem.  The only thing I was missing was the letter of medical neccesity from my PCP.  So I faxed that over and was on my way. 

Hey!  Can u please check your PMs.  I have a question for u.  Thanks! T

Terri Good luck and I hope you hear that you are approved very soon!!!!!!!!!!!!