WLS journey

Hi, everyone, I'm a nurse in a neonatal ICU in a suburb of Chicago. Let me tell you, I've finally made the decision that I need this surgery for a variety of different reasons, mainly health wise. My BMI is over 70 and I'm just lucky my patients weigh 1 or 2 pounds, because I doubt I could keep up with a regular patient load at this point. My heel spurs are killing me!!! I'm very frustated today because I keep getting the runaround with my insurance. First I am told I am covered and now today they told me the surgery is an exclusion-I could just cry!! Back to the drawing board for me. I'll try to stay positive but sometimes this is so hard to deal with.

Hang in there and keep appealing. And welcome to the RN board! Sherri

My thoughts are that remember...you are a VALUABLE commodity in this market. Nurses are scarce. If you have to, get a job where the insurance covers you. This is your life and your future. I was so shocked that some people actually get jobs just because the insurance of the job covers the weight loss surgery. Then they quit and find another job after the surgery! I am all for going after your current insurance and making them pay~especially if you are happy in your position and there is a chance of making them pay. Just remember there are lots of jobs out there that do have benefits that cover the surgery. I will be praying for your success!