Cindy H.

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Janis 18 years, 10 months ago

Hi I am Janis, I live in Cashmere. I am interested in setting up a support group for pre and post op WLS patients in the valley, you would be a welcome addition if you would like to join me and my Sis. I am in the process of trying to get in touch with all the WLS patients in the area to see what kind of interest there might be out there. Do you know of anyone who is considering WLS or is Post Op who might be interested in a local support group? I envision in addition to the moral support and encouragement the opportunity to sample all the bariatric food and supplement products at the group meetings. My sisters biggest post op complaint was finding palatable high protein supplements and vitamins that were actually effective. I also envision the opportunity to compare notes on Doctors who are not only educated in caring for bariatric patients in the long term but also who truly understand what we endure as morbidly obese persons, the prejudice, the mis-conceptions, the ignorance. And who are supportive of bariatric surgery for those people who really do need it. I would like to be able to direct prospective WLS patients to Doctors, Psychologists, Nutritionists, etc who are knowledgeable, skilled, empathetic and supportive of our needs in our quest for healthier bodies and happier lives. I look forward to hearing from you. Janis Hayden [email protected]

aneee 21 years, 3 months ago

Chin UP, you never know what the future holds!!!

CHRISTY F. 21 years, 3 months ago

HEY CINDY, I WENT THROUGH THE SAME TIME. I GOT 6 DENIAL LETTERS. I GOT MY BOSS TO CALL THE PRESIDENT OF THE INSURANCE COMPANY (BECAUSE WE ARE SELF INSURED) AND I STILL GOT A DENIAL CALL. BUT I KEPT ON AND AFTER ONE YEAR, A LOT OF PHONE CALLS, A LOT OF LETTERS, A LOT OF TEARS AND SCREAMING AT ONE PERSON AT THE INSURANCE COMPANY THEY FINALLY APPROVED ME. SO PLEASE DO NOT GIVE UP. JUST WHEN YOU THINK YOU CAN'T GO ON ANYMORE KEEP FIGHTING!! DON'T GIVE UP. IF YOU NEED SOME HELP WITH FIGHTING JUST EMAIL AND I WILL HELP YOU ALL I CAN. KEEP US INFORMED ON WHAT IS GOING ON. (((((HUGS)))))

Chrisy D. 21 years, 3 months ago

Cindy, I am sooo sorry you can not get approved for surgery. just a thought. do you work? Have you considered hunting for an insurance company that does surgery and then looking for an employer to ge the surgery? I have seen where others have changed jobs and within one year were able to qualify for surgery. I know change is awful, especially jobs but you might consider even takeing a low pay enrty level clerical job somewhere jut for the insurance for yourself. It is just a suggestion Good luck to you. We will be on your side on your journey. Lots of hugs Chrisy D

Karen Wyatt 21 years, 3 months ago

Hi there Cindy, boy do I understand the frustration. I have been denied by Regence Blue Cross... now I am waiting for Health Net to deny me.... Hang in there... contract your state legislature..... keep active in your fight...contact as many State reps as you can... but dont give up..... let them hear your frustration also!!! Karen

Tamara M. 21 years, 3 months ago

Cindy, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. That maybe soon your insurance will change and you will be able to get the surgery. God bless, Tamara

MommaAngel 21 years, 3 months ago

HI CINDY I just want you to know that I am praying that everything will go smooth as you journey to the losing side. LORD BLESS

Cindy H. 21 years, 3 months ago

I am posting myself, I haven't yet I have just been so depressed, especially when I see that people get approved for surgery, it is just jealousy on my part, not that I'm not happy for everyone that does, just knowing that it will probably never happen for me, exclusion in policy and have exhausted all appeals and have been beaten down with all of the denials. Cindy