Question:
Hernia repair without TT?

Has anyone had a hernia repaired without a TT where it has made any difference in your waist or how your abdomen appears? I have the protruding area where there is the hernia. I'd like to have the TT done but I'm sure I'll have to self-pay for that and at this point there are other things that are of a higher priority. I'm wondering if I go ahead with the hernia repair (which insurance will cover) that perhaps some of the bulge will disappear! Thanks to all!    — Pambylah (posted on November 6, 2006)

November 6, 2006
I had a hernia before I had my RNY. My Dr told me that there was no need in repairing it then because there was not a major problem with it. He then said that by doing the hernia surgery post op that they would do the hernia surgery and since they were doing it they would just give me the TT. That way it was covered by my insurance and it wasn't an extra cost. I hope this helps.
   — Sheila_E

November 6, 2006
Hi.... When you ask about the TT and the hernia repair. I think that you are going to find that you will need the TT to make your waist and abdomen be smaller. The hernia repair is only going to repair the part that is bulging. Having said that, I don't know if the surgeon can justify the TT as "medically necessary" in order to help the hernia repair be successful (weight pulling at it from the outside?) I guess when you speak with the surgeon, be upfront with them and tell them what your concerns are. You will probably find, especially if they work with WLS patients, that they will do what they can to get the procedure covered by the insurance carrier.... hope this helps and congrats....
   — Kari_K

November 6, 2006
A lot of Surgeon's as mine has stated will throw in the TT with fixing a Hernia for free. Check with your surgeon.
   — Michael Eak

November 7, 2006
i had a large hiatel hernia when i had my lap band and my doctor fixed it at the same time i think it made a huge difference in the way my stomach looked.
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