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My Revision Appeal: From Lap Band to VSG: Summary Appeal Letter - Studies and Standards
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My Revision Appeal: From Lap Band to VSG. Thursday, July 29, 2010. Summary Appeal Letter - Studies and Standards. Here is my final letter (I hope) in my year insurance appeal. I was finally told that I qualify for a revision but that they need more studies on whether VSG is appropriate after band failure. Sheesh, can't they do a search on PubMed for themselves? At any rate, I put it all together in a huge letter. I'm thinking this letter could help others. Revision is Medically Necessary. As stated above...
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Jimmy Goes Gastric: 078 Tips for Success After Weight Loss Surgery
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Friday, February 22, 2013. 078 Tips for Success After Weight Loss Surgery. We are now past the three month mark and Jimmy is doing great! I really am proud of all that he has accomplished. I want you to have that kind of success too. So today I am sharing an article with you that I read on About.com which summarizes a lot of things that we have already heard from our doctor and other WLS friends. I hope you enjoy! 25 Tips For Success After Weight Loss Surgery. By Jennifer Heisler, RN. You develop a fever.