Question:
Help with Insurance

I'm 23 years old from South Carolina. I have no health insurance and I was wondering which insurance might be the best to get a policy with. My job offers BCBS, but my boss informed me that they no longer cover the surgery. I have struggled with weight for as long as I can remember and I really do not want to go to Mexico to have this done. I've heard that Medicaid will pay all but $250.00 for it from a nurse in a nearby county. I could really use some advice on this. Looking forward to your comments/suggestions! Mallory    — beachgirl23 (posted on June 27, 2009)

June 28, 2009
Hi, You would have to check with the Medicaid office in your area. But here in Florida, mine was completly covered. The only thing that was not was a nutritionist. You need to check out if your work ins. covers ANY weightloss surg. Good luck to you!
   — tootsie52

June 29, 2009
I have Harvard Pilgrim and I had no problem getting coverage
   — Pat M.

June 29, 2009
I would diff check on the medicaid even if you have to pay the $250.Also maybe you can purchase a BCBS policy on your own that does cover it.I have it through the schools i work with but there are diff policies.Best wishes to you.Also you can check in on your rehabilitation center and see what they can help you with.I have a friend that they completely covered everything for her..Good luck from N.C.
   — carolyn1970