March 2009

Mar 21, 2009

I have been continuing the supervised diet and spending a lot of time researching surgeons. I have heard from Dr. Oliphant's office and my insurance won't allow me to have a consultation with him until I have completed my 6 month supervised diet and met my 5% weight goal. I am very frustrated with this because I was hoping to meet with them to gather more information about which type of surgery would be my best option. I suppose that is going to have to wait until I meet with them after my August 17 completion of the supervised diet.

I called my insurance and there are no surgeons who operate in center's of excellence. I find it interesting that the insurance company does not want their customers to receive treatment in facilities who have proven their experience and skill at conducting bariatric surgeries. (I really do know it isn't about me as the patient they are most worried about but more about the almighty dollar.)

I have been successful at watching my intake and increasing my activity level. My husband has even met with our PCP to start the process of the supervised diet. I am so proud of him and it is exciting to think that we could be experiencing this life changing process together.

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