INSURANCE

I am researching the lap band procedure.  I have great insurance thru my state job, but i am not sure if Network Health Insurance covers this type of procedure. I just had my husband get rid of his insurance- which was blue cross bluw shield... and i have been noticing that a lot of places accept this type.

Please help me.  I am nervous about even asking since i have not seen my insurance listed.

Has anyone used Network and been approved/ not approved?

I'm in the exact same boat only reversed. My hubby just made me get rid of my insurance (Network) and I'm trying to find out whether his new insurance (United Health) will cover the surgery. I haven't found anything that says which insurances cover and which don't.
KatieAnn

United healthcare covers WLS. Good Luck. I think for the most part most Insurance's cover it now.
The Band is no longer considered experimental.

I work with the insurance companies to get these procedures approved.  The best thing you can do is call your insurance and see if the procedures are covered.  Also ask them to send you a copy of the medical policy for weight loss surgery and the criteria you need to meet before they will consider approving.  Most companies require a psych visit, 6 dietary visits or up to 2 years of proven attempts of weight loss and a certified Dr.   Also, they can tell you who an in network Physician is in your area and a facility that would be covered.  Good Luck.  If you have any other questions, you can also call your Dr's insurance dept. and they should be willing to help you.