Insurance and MGB ???????
I'm new to this forum. When I started researching my WLS options, I decided that I would have the LapBand. Then after researching all of the stats re: weight loss 10 years out, I decided on the DS.
I must admit, I don't know much about the MGB. I do know that my insurance does not cover it. The
RNY is covered. I will have to fight for the DS, but thats a battle, many on OH have won. Has anyone had the MGB covered by insurance? Whats the difference between the RNY and the MGB? Does dumping occur with the MGB?
Hi,
At one time the MGB was covered by insurance. However the insurance companies were giving Dr. Rutledge a very hard time saying it was too new to be covered. After 10 years and over 5000 surgeries later, he was thinking about it. I don't think he has made a decision yet.
The difference between the RNY and the MGB are pretty much. The RNY has a very high connection up by the diaphram and has an added "Y" connection. I believe they bypass about 13 inches of intestine but don't quote me on that. You can read more about that at http://clos.net. The MGB gives you a marker size stomach. The original stomach remains. About 7 feet of the small intestines are bypassed and your new stomach is connected at that point. The secret to it's success is the amount bypassed. That significantly affects the amount of calories absorbed. Dumping can happen if you eat too quickly and do not chew your food well. Initially, if your new tummy isn't ready for rich or sweet foods, it can happen. In time, you will know what your tummy can and cannot tolerate. I am nine years out and I can eat almost anything, but not as much and the cravings for carbs is not as strong.
Dr Rutledge has a streaming video of his clinics every Tuesday at noon and 9pm eastern time(adjust it according to your time zone) at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/drr-in-clinic-in-las-vegas
and he explains alot and answers alot of questions. You can also ask questions.
Good luck on whatever choice you make.
At one time the MGB was covered by insurance. However the insurance companies were giving Dr. Rutledge a very hard time saying it was too new to be covered. After 10 years and over 5000 surgeries later, he was thinking about it. I don't think he has made a decision yet.
The difference between the RNY and the MGB are pretty much. The RNY has a very high connection up by the diaphram and has an added "Y" connection. I believe they bypass about 13 inches of intestine but don't quote me on that. You can read more about that at http://clos.net. The MGB gives you a marker size stomach. The original stomach remains. About 7 feet of the small intestines are bypassed and your new stomach is connected at that point. The secret to it's success is the amount bypassed. That significantly affects the amount of calories absorbed. Dumping can happen if you eat too quickly and do not chew your food well. Initially, if your new tummy isn't ready for rich or sweet foods, it can happen. In time, you will know what your tummy can and cannot tolerate. I am nine years out and I can eat almost anything, but not as much and the cravings for carbs is not as strong.
Dr Rutledge has a streaming video of his clinics every Tuesday at noon and 9pm eastern time(adjust it according to your time zone) at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/drr-in-clinic-in-las-vegas
and he explains alot and answers alot of questions. You can also ask questions.
Good luck on whatever choice you make.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
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