Codysmom

i wasn't sure if there was a thread on this already or not. There prob is. I was wondering who I should call first, my ins co to get my requirements or the surgeon? Any help would be wonderful.

poet_kelly

Call your insurance company. You need to know if they cover WLS at all, and if so, what their requirements are so you know if you even qualify. If you do qualify, you need to know what they require you to do. Like, do you have to do a six month diet? Do you need a referral from you PCP to see a surgeon, or can you just make an appointment with a surgeon on your own?

Kelly

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RNY 11/4/08

surgery/current/goal
270/147/130

Shetaz0028

I started with my insurance to make sure it was coverd and find out what they required. Then I went to my PCM and got the referral for the surgeon.

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Mad luv and respect,
Charlie

LAP/RNY 8/20/09



"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
– St. Francis of Assisi

Codysmom

thanks so much. Will start this after noon. "fingers crossed"

Sherry_Lynn

Good luck in your journey, please let us know how it's going!

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Proud Mom of two Saint Bernard Puppies, George & Gracie

Lap RNY





Highest/Day of Surgery/Current/Goal
336/303/229/180