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Help with insurance

3kidsnmd
on 3/31/11 2:38 am
Hi, I am brand new to this group. I had my appointment yesterday and I do qualify for surgery and am a great candidate but my insurance provider does not cover any weight loss surgical procedures. My husband's policy at work does not either. I can't afford to pay for this out of pocket. Does anyone mind providing me with the name of their insurance company? Thanks for your help.
Kathy B.
on 3/31/11 11:46 am - Virginia, MN
Hi there, wish I had "the answer" for your dilema.  What is your first name?  Work with the coordinator at your surgeon's office to see what can be worked out, any local insurance that offers coverage.  They can do wonders to 'make thing happen'. 

I have blue cross insurance, through work, covered my surgery.  Keep us up to date with your attempts.  Where there is a will, there will be a way.  Hugs
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slsbas
on 3/31/11 12:09 pm
Hi!
I am so sorry to hear about your insurance issues. But even those of us who do have it, may have quite a fight on our hands!! I know that BCBS of IL. has a bad reputation for not approving surgery to just plain dragging things out. We're all in this together!
I hope you find a solution!

Sue

    

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