Had RNY 2003 in San Diego, CA. My surgeon no longer practices. In 2003 wt. 281 lost 75# then no more. In Oklahoma 2005 went to see Dr Ronnie Keith in 2006-2007 had endoscopy and was told I had two ulcers and a VERY enlarged stoma. I worked so hard to eat right and walked every day (4-6.5 miles) in 2011 made it to 155 which lasted about 6 months. Had L knee TKA 2011, R hip THA 2012, L hip THA 2013, shattered L femur two surgeries 2015 and 2016, R knee TKA 2017.

I am currently filling out paperwork and it asked me for Insurance Information and Guarantor Information. I know I put down my stepfather's name since he is guarantor but it asked me for the Card Holder information. Should I put down my name or his name? My name is on the card along with my own ID Number and Group Number but I'm still under my stepfather's insurance since I'm under 26 and he gets the insurance through his job but he pays for the insurance. It also asked me for the Card Holder's Employer. I'm unemployed but my stepfather is currently employed. What information do I put down for Insurance Information? Mine or my stepfather's information? Thank you for reading and answering my question.

Can anyone recommend loan options besides care credit. We are self employed and Kaiser does not cover the surgery. We were relying on care credit but the hospital does not accept cc so I'm super bummed. I don't think I will get approved for a credit card that high any medical loan companies anyone can recommend?

thank you

I would love to get information on how to file an appeal for Aetna. I had lap band in 2011 but due to serious acid reflux and ulcers, I need to have it removed. I lost weight with the band and kept if off. I also had pain with TV and the way it was sitting in my stomach. I would like the revision done but bc my reflux was so bad, I have to wait 60 days to get the revision so that my esophagus may heal. I'm nervous that Aetna will deny the revision. Please help.

Hi guys,

Last year i tried to see if I could get approved for surgery. The suregons office called me back and told me that my insurance required 5 years of medical history showing obesity. Unfortunately, i have not gone to the doctor every single year. i dont have any medical issues other than knee and back problems, and some cholesterol.

I dont have the money to pay out of pocket (not even sure how much this would cost, but i'm guessing its more than 20K for the sleeve). so i just gave up....

its been on my mind again for weeks and decided to call a different surgeons office and have them check my insurance again. they called me back a few hours later to tell me that I was covered and to schedule the first appointment. I asked her what are the requirements from my insurance and she told me they want 6 months supervised diet.

Thinking this was kind of strange that the requirements changed, I decided to call my insurance and ask them myself. I was told that i was covered and when I asked what I need to provide, I was told that I would need to provide the medical records with payments. asking her to explain what that meant, she kept on saying "submit all the medical records provided bu you doctor with payment receipts"

I have no idea what that means... Does anyone? i might call again tomorrow or monday if they are closed tomorrow and try and get a better explanation. But just thought Id ask and see if someone might know what that means.

I have moved A LOT in the last 10 years (3 different states, 2 different countries, 6 or 7 moves total, so it is hard to keep track) and have seen a few doctors here and there, and have tried to contact the ones I could remember. One in 2015 had my correct weight, one in 2012 did not write my weight down... all it shows is that i came to see him that day, and he ordered some blood tests because i had not seen a doctor in a while. so yea.. that is really all i have right now. I saw a doctor in 2013 but it was at a walk in clinic, but I am not sure they keep a record or not, but will try to find out what the name is so i can call them..

If my insurance doesn't cover it because i need the 5 year history. is it legal for me to find a new insurance and sign up on my own that will accept and cover the surgery with less requirements? and if so, what is the best insurance to get that will cover it?

thank you so much!