Post op Insurance

bugkillermckee
on 9/2/07 5:51 am - CO
I am 3 months post op. Can i get private pay medical insurance after WLS ?  Is there a waiting period (1 yr ?) Blue cross ?? Thank you, ABBY
Xavier Smith
on 9/4/07 1:00 pm - CA

Congratulations on a successful three months after your surgery.

It's a toss up on whether you'll be able to obtain private insurance.  Most private insurers might consider your weight-loss surgery as a pre-existing condition and use it as a reason for denial.  Some insurers might allow you to enroll in their plans, but they might impose waiting limitations.  The best bet would be to contact the customer service department for the prospective insurance carrier for more information.

If you previously had insurance through an employer, you can consider COBRA coverage, which is basically a continuation plan of your previous insurance.

I hope I provided the information needed.

bugkillermckee
on 9/4/07 1:35 pm - CO
Thank you for the info on Med Insurance. ABBY
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