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Monday, April 26, 2010

Slightly Defeated

My advanced apologies for the whiny-ness.

I am a slight control freak, so I really don't like it when things are out of my control.  That is exactly what is going on right now.  I did my part to get everything done I needed in order for my surgeon to submit my case for approval to my insurance.  I have driven almost 800 miles for doctor and facility visits, with many more to (hopefully) come.  I gave up three hours of one day for a ridiculous personality test and psych evaluation to make sure I am mentally stable enough to have this life-changing surgery.  Yes, I should have called the psychologist's office to make sure they faxed my evaluation to the surgeon (which they didn't do until I checked up with them a month later), but things are getting a bit frustrating.  I called my nurse at Optum Health on Friday and was given some discouraging news.  Apparently, the program they use to read faxes was down all week, which translates to my case not being reviewed for yet another week.  And some more sad news today.  I called the surgeon's office to see if I could schedule my surgery without the final approval and then move it as needed.  They won't even put my name on the books until after they know I am approved.  I understand the financial reasoning behind their policy, but I am trying to plan my summer and I just want to move on with my new life (I realize that sounds a bit selfish).  I know I should be happy that my insurance does cover the surgery, and that I don't have to wait years like some other insurance companies require, but it is still frustrating for me, and nothing at this point in the review process is within my control.  All I can do now is wait and hope that someone can come to a decision soon.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

I guess I should introduce myself!

Wow, time flies doesn't it. I didn't realize how long it has been since my last post (over a month)! To my three followers...I apoligize, and a big THANK YOU for following me on my journey! I am still playing the waiting game with my insurance approval, so I thought I should take this time to tell you a little more about myself.

My name is Hilary. I currently live in Salt Lake City and I am 29 years old. I have a wonderful husband of almost three years who has been very supportive of my-through my fat days, and my not so fat days. My happiness is his happiness and after a bit of convincing, he is 100% on board with my decision to get my Band and is almost as excited as I am to start my new life.

Since I am not quite sure who reads my blog, I thought I would also provide some info on what I am getting done. There is a lot of information on the Lap-Band System website, but since reading is not as fun as watching a cool video, here you go:



I am hoping to hear from United Healthcare by the end of the week, so hopefully my next blog post will be sharing the exciting news of my surgery date!