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I Am Totally Covered, Yes!!!!
Oct 14, 2009
Last night, in class, I asked if there were co-pays for the pre-op labs, ultrasounds and echo-cardiograms. The instructor advised us to check, because every body's coverage varies. So, early this morning, I called to find out. I was so worried about it, I could hardly sleep.
I mean, what if I have a huge deductible or everything has a copay? I hadn't even thought about it before! The instructor mentioned circumstances when a pt. got to surgery day and was told they had a $3000 copay, and was unprepared to pay that. So the pt. didn't have the surgery. See, that would have been me. Not knowing exactly how much I was covered for, really made me nervous. Imagine going through all those weeks of classes, tests and all, then not getting the surgery! I don't have that kind of money at my finger tips... Actually, I don't have half the amount period!
What a sigh of relief! I spoke to the insurance Rep and she assured me, I am completely covered. I have no co-pays, whatsoever! I thanked God, then thanked her. My husband was relieved to hear the good news, too. It seems like the closer I get to finishing all of my pre-op tests and classes, the more excited I am getting.
I have been so mellow and laid back about the whole thing. However, now that I have decided to go with the Sleeve, and am more confident, I feel ready. The dieting is going OK, I have 15 more pounds to lose. Now that I am going to the gym, I hope it will come off in time. I would like to to lose the weight before meeting with the surgeon. I have heard stories about pt. being told to lose more weight before even scheduling the procedure. I say I am in no hurry, but, if I am honest...
I turn 40 in February, this is a gift to myself, and I would love to be under 200 lbs by then! Oh, that would be amazing! So, trying to hold in the excitement and stay focused. So glad I am totally covered! I love Kaiser!!!!!
God is so good, all the time! And some times He allows us to have those little things that make us incredibly happy!!! I can almost envision him, He is like a parent watching their child opening presents. I can't wait to finish opening this gift!
Hugs and good thoughts for all my friends.
