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    Gastric Sleeve Member Vlyounger's Avatar
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    lo I was suppose to have my surgery Jan 18th but I chicken out but now I see that I can not again do it on my on. How does that work any one know. Do I just call my doctor and tell him hey I changed my mind again . Do I have to go through all that stuff again ? do I have to wait another 6 months. does anyone know



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Donald G's Avatar
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    Default Re: chicken out

    Every insurance company is different but being as it hasn't been that long your surgeon might just schedule u again after a office visit to go over the reasons why you backed out originally.




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    Gastric Sleeve Member ghost_ryder's Avatar
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    Yeah I think it depends on your insurance company. You could call them first to see what their response is first then call the surgeons office. Good luck.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
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    Default Re: chicken out

    I would not be surprised if they make you go through the process again because it is costly to them and they want to make sure you're committed. Good luck.



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    Default Re: chicken out

    Hi Vicki, I don't think you'll have to re-do the pre-testing as long as it was within the last 12 months. I remember that being mentioned in one doctor meetings. But, as mentioned, it's up to your surgeon and insurance company. I would start with your surgeon, contact her/him and let them know that you want to reschedule. That definitely will get the ball rolling.

    Good luck!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Vlyounger's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
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    Thank you



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