Can you tell me what you think about this please...

My hmo denied me wls, saying refer to the policy, which says exactly "...gastric banding and intestinal gastric bypass surgeries for treating obesity are not covered benefits." Okay, now, my three physicians and I are seeking a VBG. My question is, in all the research I've done, I've seen "gastric banding" as a procedure in and of itself, similar, yes, but DIFFERENT from the VBG. We specifically requested a VBG, and the denial letter said "request for gastric banding, denied." Do you think I have something worth arguing about here? Or am I just clinging to false hope? Yes, I plan on appealing (as many times as it takes!), but I'd like some input as to what you all think. Thanks!

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