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cjhutch
on 9/26/10 2:43 am - Clackamas, OR

Topic: RE: Has anyone here managed to get Regence BC of OR to pay?

Well, the surgeons office tried and we were denied immediately. I am so depressed, I could cry.

Linda_S
on 9/25/10 2:13 pm - Eugene, OR

Topic: RE: eugene area support group

Unfortunately, the Eugene area doctors don't allow people who have had surgery elsewhere to attend their support groups. We used to have a group that met once a month and everyone was welcome, but it got so no one would show up, so we disbanded.

Linda

Success supposes endeavor. - Jane Austen

nancy627
on 9/22/10 9:29 am

Topic: eugene area support group

I didn't know there wa obesityhelp for oregon ya. I was sleeved 3 months ago and have lost 54 lbs but desperate for a support group. I'm starting to struggle

cjhutch
on 9/19/10 6:21 pm - Clackamas, OR

Topic: RE: Has anyone here managed to get Regence BC of OR to pay?

Well, I have just called them and they told me it was not covered on my husbands policy, which kind of surprised me because it is a really good policy otherwise (as far as insurance companies go). Did you guys have to fight them?

Vera C.
on 9/19/10 5:43 pm - Clackamas, OR

Topic: RE: Has anyone here managed to get Regence BC of OR to pay?

They are paying for mine. I ahven't got the final approval, but they did give a preliminary approval and the doctor said he doesn't anticipate any problems getting approved. Also the recptionist at the dr's office has blue cross and they paid for hers. Have you called your insurance company? I think blue Cross is actually one of the easier ones to get approved.

Trina Van Schoiack
on 9/18/10 12:18 am - Salem, OR

RNY on 10/01/08

Topic: Brand New support group in Salem!!!1

Hey people! How are you all???? I haven't been on here for a long long time.... I am going to work on getting my profile updated today.... But I wanted to fill you in on a new support group we are starting... We meaning---- I am... It will be every wednesday @ 7pm @ The Coffee House Cafe, on 135 liberty... We are open to support anyone who is interested in the surgery, or is just inquiring about... We just want people that have a food addiction, low self esteeme, self will run riot....

I have lost right at 180lbs since October 1st 2008, I feel great! I feel like myself now and that I am actually tiny! I started out in a womans 26 Jeans, I now fit into a size 1 !!!! my shirt size was a 3x now its a small... I did have the tummy tuck done... I don't know if I personally could of accepted myself if I wouldnt of had the tuck, I would still be really self conceonse.... My arms drive me nutts.....

Anyways Back to the meeting... All people are welcome, even if it is a famiily member just needs someone to ask questions about their loved ones surgery, have them attend a group...

I am always available to talk by phone or email, my phone is 503-383-2939 or [email protected]

Thank you Hope to see someone there!!!1

Curiosity didn't kill the cat.

It made the kittens :}

KatFam4
on 9/17/10 2:22 pm - OR

RNY on 02/27/08

Topic: RE: McMinnville Meet up Thursday Sept. 16th.

Looks like I missed getting to attend this meeting by one day! Should have logged in sooner...haven't been on this site for many moons and am desperately needing to get into a support group structure. I emailed you several months ago, then started a new job and that has been my focus. However, I continue to backslide after an initial 100 pound weightloss...have now gained 13 pounds back and am freaked out! I can't afford the time or gas to attend the OHSU support groups like I used to do, and would love to be able to connect with some locals. I rarely sign on to OH so would you be willing to send an email to my personal email letting me know the dates and times of the meetings?
My email is:
[email protected]
Thank you so much!
~Kat

valleyfree
on 9/10/10 6:17 am - OR

RNY on 03/08/10

Topic: RE: does anyone have ODS? Questions...

ODS is my secondary insurance. I think they are all a bit different based on the plan your employer pays for. Mine did not cover it. Thank goodness my primary insurance did cover it though.

HW 247/SW 232/CW 135/GW 140 Height 5'4" Age 43 A BIT BELOW GOAL