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Jennifer G.
on 6/21/10 9:09 am

Hi there, You can def collect TDI for weight loss surgery I had my surgery on April 19th and i forget to send the papers so my hubby did it for me.. In 3 weeks i had my money.. I think it depends on how efficient the doctors are, obviously to my suprise my docs office was very good at.. I was out b4 and it took 8 weeks so needless to day that docs office where not efficient. I was able to collect tdi for the 6 weeks I was out of work! SO good luck, and I wish you the best with your upcoming surgery!!!!

Jennifer G.

donna0752
on 6/20/10 10:01 am - cumberland, RI

RNY on 05/05/09

Topic: RE: NOT a happy Camper

I had gastric bypass 1 year ago and my blue cross covered everything without a problem. however, i am now trying to get coverage for a tummy tuck...way too much excess skin resulting in some nasty rashes/infections...but they said no...still working on that. don't know anyone who had the sleeve procedure.

donna0752
on 6/20/10 9:43 am - cumberland, RI

RNY on 05/05/09

Topic: RE: TDI

I collected TDI for my weight loss surgery and my surgeon was from the same office as yours...they are expert on filing the paperwork. I will say, though, that I was back to work for a few weeks before I received my TDI...I think there is quite a wait these days...so, you might want to save a bit ahead or tap some vacation time to tide you over. There is a one week hold back for TDI but if you are out for at least four weeks you then can collect for that first week. I was out for 4 weeks but I think the docs will approve much more...I did not want to be out any longer and felt that since my job is not that physical that I could go back...my doc actually wanted me to take 6. good luck with you rsurgery

edugas76
on 6/18/10 1:08 am - North Smithfield, RI

RNY on 10/05/10

Topic: RE: TDI

awesome! good to know. Thank you for the info everyone

Erin

katz68
on 6/17/10 9:55 pm - RI

RNY on 06/09/10

Topic: RE: TDI

I had my surgery 1 week ago and I filled out all my paperwork right online when I came home. Just waiting now, as soon as I find out anything I will be happy to let you know.

Michelle
"Imperfection is beauty; madness is genius;
and its better to be absolutely ridiculous than
absolutely boring" -Marilyn Monroe

kjdcolts66
on 6/17/10 9:32 am - Pawtucket, RI

RNY on 09/22/09

Topic: RE: TDI

My husband is having surgery towards the end of August-first part of September and was told he could use TDI for his time off. He's had elective procedures before and never had a problem.

GOOD LUCK!

~kelly jo

deb_t
on 6/17/10 8:50 am - RI

REALIZE Band on 08/03/09

Topic: RE: TDI

I collected once before, for an "elective" reason. If I recall correctly, the doctor that has you out of work will have to fill out paperwork. It's your money (that you've paid in), so I don't know how you would be denied. In any event, got to the department of labor and training website -- there must be some info regarding criteria to collect. They might even have the forms there for you to download.

Debbie

Includes 47.5 lbs. lost during 7 month pre-op period

edugas76
on 6/16/10 11:53 pm - North Smithfield, RI

RNY on 10/05/10

Topic: TDI

Hi Fellow RI-landers

I am preparing for my hopefully soon upcoming surgery and I was wondering if anyone has had experience with TDI and BS surgery? Will they allow you to use TDI for a surgery that is considered "elective" ? I'm just trying to get me ducks in a row and figure out how much vacation time I have and if I will have any other options besides vacation time.

Erin

paul98
on 6/15/10 8:28 pm - West Greenwich, RI

RNY on 06/17/03

Topic: RE: Living Life Support Group Meeting

Hi Anna,
There is a topic each month but I haven't gotten an e-mail this month yet so I'm not sure what it will be tonight. It is a very open type of meeting with lots of great people in all stages of the Gastric Band and Gastric Bypass surgeries.
Paul