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I have the insurance you are asking about and the answer is "No", you do not need a 6 month supervised nutritional program, nor is a requirement in MD. Some policys within BC/BS do and my surgeons preapproval office made a mess of mine by assuming it was a requirement. I insisted they speak with my company and notified the office supervisor of her employees roadblock which got things rolling again. Sometimes you have to be proactive. Good Luck! WLS 4/15/2011. 
I am doing wonderful! I can sleep on either side and am walking like crazy. I always try to include steps in my walks. This evening, I walked around the entire Arundel Mills mall.
~Barb
Highest - 279 (08/2009) Program Weight - 256 (03/10) Surgery Weight - 232 (05/24/11) 
First ultra: Stone Mill 50 miler 11/15/14 13:44:38, First Full Marathon: Marine Corps 10/27/13 4:57:11, Half Marathon PR 2:04:43 at Shamrock VA Beach Half-Marathon, 12/2/12 First Half-Marathon 2:32:47, 5K PR Run Under the Lights 5K 27:23 on 11/23/13, 10K PR 52:53 Pike's Peek 10K 4/21/13, (1st timed run) Accumen 8K 51:09 10/14/12.
Shady Grove Adventist in Rockville has support group on Thursdays from 7p-8:30p.
First ultra: Stone Mill 50 miler 11/15/14 13:44:38, First Full Marathon: Marine Corps 10/27/13 4:57:11, Half Marathon PR 2:04:43 at Shamrock VA Beach Half-Marathon, 12/2/12 First Half-Marathon 2:32:47, 5K PR Run Under the Lights 5K 27:23 on 11/23/13, 10K PR 52:53 Pike's Peek 10K 4/21/13, (1st timed run) Accumen 8K 51:09 10/14/12.
Remember to say a prayer for the family of our fallen heroes. This weekend is a day to reflect on how unselfishly these heroes give their lives for our freedom. Just a few days ago 7 Americans died. This weekend is not going to be of celebration but of grief for their families. Please take time to honor everyone that has given their lives for our country.
Remember to choose healthy meals and snacks and always think of protein first and hydrate well and exercise even if it is for a little bit.
Take care and have a great day on purpose.
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Wishing you an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. Who will be your surgeon?
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
I am so glad you are doing great.
Wishing you all the best in your journey!
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
Welcome to the Loser's bench! Yes right now you have to take things easy. But protein is still first for you. You just will have it in liquid form. It is very important to try to get in as much as possible because it will help you heal faster.
I absolutely love DVR he saved my life and I am so happy that I learned to first love myself! It is the only way to live happy and be successful in our new journeys.
Sip, walk, sip, sip, sip, walk , sip... welll you get the idea. lol
How are you feeling? If there is anything you would like to talk about I am here for you.
Take care and I hope that your recovery is a swift one.
Cira
I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
When I first started coming to this board, people would post "feel goodies" and I was like whatever.
I just read this one today and you are right - you must love yourself first.
As for the protein first, hydrate well, mines the opposite at this point.
~Barb
Highest - 279 (08/2009) Program Weight - 256 (03/10) Surgery Weight - 232 (05/24/11)
