Guest guest Posted August 24, 1999 Report Share Posted August 24, 1999 Paige You plug that hole up and keep the fight in your heart girlfriend..!!!!!!!!!!!! I am always here for you..... love and hugs Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 1999 Report Share Posted October 17, 1999 , Good Luck and GodSpeed. We are waiting for you here on the " Losing Side " Take Care, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 1999 Report Share Posted October 19, 1999 Yes, , I was there with my pregnant daughter. I have been once again denied by my insurance company but am going to get them more information and file an appeal so will keep working at having the surgery. My daughter also wants to have it and Dr. R told her that it would probably be good to wait 3 to 6 months after the baby is born so she is excited about that. I try hard not to get bummed out by my insurance but sometimes tht is hard. I remember you and wish you good luck with your insurance company. My doctor is helping me but her office is so busy and they take forever to get things accomplished. It is frustrating. Going to the clinic really helps to get one motivated. I have had my physical and my psych eval and my letters of support. Everythig but the approval of the insurance company. Pray for me and I will do the same for all of those out there who are working at getting insurance approval. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 1999 Report Share Posted October 26, 1999 , This is wonderful news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 1999 Report Share Posted October 26, 1999 Rose, Would it be possible to see a copy of your 8 page letter????/ I need something like that. If you could mail me a copy I would be eternally grateful!!!! My situation here in Missouri is much the same as yours, with the insurance, I mean. Please Email me at Deckbound@... and I can send you my address. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 1999 Report Share Posted October 26, 1999 , I am keeping my fingers crossed for you. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 1999 Report Share Posted October 26, 1999 YYYEEEESSS!!!!!!! (no subject) >From: 0630@... > >Hi all, > >Appeals Board met today and agreed that surgery was medically necessary. >They had to turn me down because they couldn't override the exclusion policy. > Something about third party administrator, I didn't completey understand. > >Now I was told by Human Resources (my dh's ins) that they would abide by >whatever the Board said. Quote " So if the Board says its necessary, you'll >agree to it? " She said " Yes. " I told Amy (person I'm in touch with on the >board) this and she said she would give this info to the woman who's gonna >call Human Resources and try to convince them I need the surgery. Yes, they >are going to bat for me!!! Even the Medical Director said he would take a >call from Human Resources and talk to them! > >On plus side (no pun intended) the Board was so impressed by my 8 page letter >that they have asked me if they could use it next month. What for you say? >Hang onto your bellies for this one.....the Health Care Board is meeting >cause they want to change their policy to INCLUDE WLS for those meeting the >guidelines they will set up!!! Part of this is due to the publicity of >Carnie and Roseanne. Hot Damn....we are winning the battle. I'm so >excited about all of this. > >I do hope the board will convince my dh's insurance to let me have the >surgery, but if not, then I feel like maybe I'm doing my part in helping >others get theirs. It would do no good for me to change ins cause at my dh's >workplace they all have the same exclusion. > >Well, I should know something by Friday. Keeping my fingers crossed and >praying real hard. > >Hugs, > > Rose >5'9 " >430lbs >BMI 63 > >>This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com >Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 1999 Report Share Posted October 27, 1999 Rose, I am on my second appeal of 4 and felt my last letter was pretty right on with the information but maybe it was too emotional. I would also appreciate the mailing of your letter if you would not mind!!! Thank you ! Paige >From: Deckbound@... >Reply-To: MiniGastricBypassonelist >To: MiniGastricBypassonelist >Subject: Re: (no subject) >Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 19:06:05 EDT > > Rose, Would it be possible to see a copy of your 8 page letter????/ >I >need something like that. If you could mail me a copy I would be eternally >grateful!!!! My situation here in Missouri is much the same as yours, with >the insurance, I mean. Please Email me at Deckbound@... and I can send >you my address. Thanks > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com >Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > ><< text3.html >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 1999 Report Share Posted October 27, 1999 I got the letter and it is fantastic. Everyone that needs help along this line should have a copy of this letter. I will have to make a few changes for it to fit my situation, but this letter is a winner!!!!! Thank you so very much Rose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 1999 Report Share Posted October 27, 1999 could you and would you send me a copy michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 1999 Report Share Posted October 27, 1999 Cheri, Sending up a prayer for you! Good luck! in AL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 1999 Report Share Posted October 27, 1999 Paige: Let me know your fax or email address and I will get you two copies of letters that have worked with BCBS. paige windahl wrote: > > > Rose, > I am on my second appeal of 4 and felt my last letter was pretty right on > with the information but maybe it was too emotional. I would also appreciate > the mailing of your letter if you would not mind!!! Thank you ! Paige > > >From: Deckbound@... > >Reply-To: MiniGastricBypassonelist > >To: MiniGastricBypassonelist > >Subject: Re: (no subject) > >Date: Tue, 26 Oct 1999 19:06:05 EDT > > > > Rose, Would it be possible to see a copy of your 8 page letter????/ > >I > >need something like that. If you could mail me a copy I would be eternally > >grateful!!!! My situation here in Missouri is much the same as yours, with > >the insurance, I mean. Please Email me at Deckbound@... and I can send > >you my address. Thanks > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ > >This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > >Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > > > ><< text3.html >> > > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 1999 Report Share Posted October 28, 1999 any letters to help with BC/BS would be greatly appreciated michelle e-mail pinkrose35@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 1999 Report Share Posted October 28, 1999 I would also appreciate any letters that helped get an approval from insurance companies. Thanks. Bonnie BAtakay@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 10, 1999 Report Share Posted November 10, 1999 I HAVE BEEN > APPROVED My surgery is scheduled for November 22nd, > in Raleigh Congratulations ! Ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 10, 1999 Report Share Posted November 10, 1999 I am so happy for you . I hope that Kaiser will approve me. I have been doing my homework also. <g> in Ral NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 10, 1999 Report Share Posted November 10, 1999 Hello ... Who is Kaiser? I have heard this name a few times - is this your PCP? Is it a type of insurance? I'm just curious as I may need to change ins companies in order to get approval...Thanks Sherry in Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Wow, I am so happy to hear that!! I apologize for not responding to your other post, but life has been rather hectic for me not knowing what is happening with Kaiser and all. I am so excited for you that they approved you so quickly. I had to fight for 7 months. Okay, now before I have an accident laughing I want to assure you that you will not smell! I have not had a problem with gas or any real problems with dumping syndrome. It really is dependent on what you eat. I eat very little meat per my choice. I prefer to eat veggies now. There has only been a few times where I can say that I have experienced " dumping " syndrome and that was from eating sweets. I was on vacation in Vegas and had to have a slice of cheesecake. It was sooo good, but made me deathly sick. I lost it after about an hour from nausea and vomiting. Other than that, rice doesn't settle right in my stomach for some reason. You will learn what you can eat and how much quickly. I know this is short but I have to run for now. Have a patient due in few minutes. Call me sometime at 363-6765 or 881-5567, so we can talk more. Have a great day and again, congratulations on your approval! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Congratulations !!! You lucky girl. I hope you can attend the 20th clinic. Would love to meet you. > ---------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Hello Sherry, Kaiser is a HMO. They are pulling out of here the end of Nov. Then I will have partners Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 1999 Report Share Posted November 11, 1999 Hi Thanks - IC...never heard of them... Sherry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 1999 Report Share Posted November 14, 1999 Hi, Ultram is like Motrin and Aspirin. These drugs can be safe but in some cases they can lead to very dangerous bleeding complications. You really don't want a major bleeding complication. I strongly recommend you stop taking all Ultram, Motrin, Naproxen, Ketoprofen, Aspirin and other similar drugs at least two weeks before surgery. http://clos.net/preoperative_instructions.htm RR Rutledge, M.D., F.A.C.S. The Center for Laparoscopic Obesity Surgery 4301 Ben lin Blvd. P. O. Box 15698, Durham, North Carolina 27704 Telephone #: Fax #: E mail: Dr_Rutledge@... (Note: There is an “_” between the Dr and Rutledge in my email address ****************************************** Please Visit our Web site: http://clos.net ****************************************** Durham Regional Hospital: Also, Please consider joining one of the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing Lists at http://www.onelist.com MiniGastircBypass is a general discussion of the Mini-Gastric Bypass ( http://www.onelist.com/community/MiniGastricBypass ) Talk with lots of other Pre and Post Op patients and friends. Keep up to date on the latest news about the Mini-Gastric Bypass. > (no subject) > > > Can I take Ultram? Surgery date 11/22/99. Thanks > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2000 Report Share Posted July 16, 2000 Terry, Not sure where shrewsbury is. There is a market basket in Danvers and Middleton that I know of. I think there is another in the Revere area. Try looking in your phone book to see if there is one listed. Call first to see if they carry any GF products. Nothing worse than travelling there to find out they have nothing. If you have specific products in mind, I usually call the manufacturer to see where the product is distributed in your area. Phyllis ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2000 Report Share Posted July 16, 2000 Terry, Not sure where shrewsbury is. There is a market basket in Danvers and Middleton that I know of. I think there is another in the Revere area. Try looking in your phone book to see if there is one listed. Call first to see if they carry any GF products. Nothing worse than travelling there to find out they have nothing. If you have specific products in mind, I usually call the manufacturer to see where the product is distributed in your area. Phyllis ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2002 Report Share Posted May 19, 2002 Thank you, Poly for your reply, I have add my intentions to legal database. Obviously I won't use any of the stories without permission, but now is still too early stage to talk about this. Yes, we are going to be together, Astrid and me, and hopfully Corinna will be with us. I really hope Dr.Gallinat will be able to help us. I have read on Tagesklinik web site that that they require to bring more than the sister told me (she ask only for blood group and sub-groups, but it is written also ECG not more than 6 month old (I have one in photocopy dated Jan.11th), X-ray lungs and other blood tests is that true? About medication: I'm on Premarin (2,5 mg/day) since 9 days because I was supposed to have HS last Wendsday... I know that usually you go with premarin 21 day and 7 without, but the 7 days stop will be exactly when my HS with dr.Gallinat is scheduled: what do you think? shall I go all the way long with Premarin with interruption? I was reading how unconfortable is talking about our desease to somebody who don't know about AS.... it is so right! I must add that this is the main reason to be part of this group, because you can have somebody who can understands you. In Italy is very hard to find people, even part of the medical community, who takes care of your illness, at least in my case. You know what they answer me? "You have already one child, what are you looking for?????" But I feel that is up to me to decide about my body! Love from Ivana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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