Approved.... in 4 days.

Amazing. I decided to call to make sure they has received the paperwork and they said "Oh yes Mr Wade, it was received on Wednesday and it was approved this Afternoon".
Now I have to get it scheduled. Either the 9th, 30th, or I wait till January.
I really, really want to get it in this year, it will save me $2000 if i do, but if I have to wait I will. Work wants it at the end of the month, the Doctors office is saying the 9th is the only thing available,  but she will try to get the surgeon to come in an extra day to get it done on the 30th. If the head man at work says it's OK,  then the 9th is a done deal, I go on a liquid diet tomorrow. If he says no I have to hope for the 30th.
Anyone have any connections upstairs that could say a few words for me? 
Padre?

Congrats to ya sam! Getting approved is a pretty good Christmas gift!

Hope the 9th works for you. Congrats and welcome

Good luck! I hope your boss gives you the ok for the 9th.  Keep us posted.

Got the go ahead but some no fun news.. it seems I went back up a few pounds and the doc said lose 20 before the 8th or it gets put off. Now I have to bust my ass like never before.

way to go sam!  would u mind posting who ur insurance is with so that others who may have the same carrier can be encouraged?? thx!