Question:
are there any surgeons in t ga that accept medicare as 100%.

i keep running into surgeons that want $$$$$$$$$$$ up front no one is willing to let me make payments and i need to have surgery asap............i am about to the point of not being able to walk BMI is 79.5    — mrshook (posted on July 19, 2007)

July 19, 2007
Hi Kelley, If you do your research, I think you will find surgeons in Atlanta who are certified Medicare. There are 2 here in Northern Ca SFO area. Contact Medicare and tell them your delimma or go on the computer and search for weight Loss centers in Atlanta, Surely some one there will accept Medicare. I don't know about 100%, but I am sure if you deal with reputable people something can get worked out. You need to work and reducing your BMI before sugery so your liver isn't so heavy. Most surgeons will expect you to diet before surgery. Good luck to you.
   — bderuiter

July 19, 2007
I am so sorry, Kelley, that you are struggling, but you have definitely made a good start by beginning this journey. Whatever you do, NEVER give up! It is definitely to your benefit to keep fighting for your rights for surgery. There is bound to be a dr out there who is willing to work with you. Good luck, and let us know how it goes! Hugs, LaNeta
   — KansasGal

July 19, 2007
Hello Kelley, I know that this can be a struggle, but by all means please do not give up. You CAN do this! A couple of suggestions, have you thought about putting your part on a credit card maybe? That could always be an option. Or maybe looking into another sugeron in a different area, maybe somewhere close to you? Or possibly taking out a small personal loan? There is a way for you, I just know it. Best of luck to you! If I can be of any help, please feel free to email. My email address is on my website. Have a good one!
   — Jean N.

July 19, 2007
Hello Kelly. My bmi used to be 70. something don't remember now, but it was bad. I was reffered to Dr Titus Duncan, Peachtree Surgical & Bariatrics in Atlanta. There are 3 surgeon's there-- Duncan, Rashid and Hobson. Mine was Hobson. LOVED him! Super super sweet and answered all my questions etc...They are all suuuuuuper nice there, however, before you start this journey, you have to attend their monthly seminar. Give them a call the number is 404-881-8020. Once you start the journey, they accept Medicare, Wellcare at 100% I never had to pay anything out of pocket except for the $100 for the one day, 3 hour meeting/class with the Nutritionist (something you will do after the seminar). The people at the seminar will tell you everything you need to do to get the ball rolling. Call tomorow as I believe the seminar's are around the 24th of each month so the sooner you can attend that the faster the ball will get rolling for you! Any questions, please feel free to contact me! Good luck and God Bless!!!!
   — crystalsno

July 20, 2007
I don't know of any surgeons that accept Medicare as 100%. I live in Michigan and my surgery was covered 80% by Medicare and 20% by Michigan Medicaid (my BMI was 72!!). But here is a link to a list of surgeons in GA that accept Medicare: http://www.surgicalreview.org/locate.aspx?state=US-GA#srchResults I wish you the best of luck!!
   — Susan F.

July 20, 2007
Let me try posting that link again: <http://www.surgicalreview.org/locate.aspx?state=US-GA#srchResults>
   — Susan F.

July 20, 2007
Hi Kelly, My sister in law has medicare and her surg was done at Pasadena Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Renkie was wonderful as well as the entire staff at his office. Pasadena Hospital was also very good with all the people I saw go thru on the day of surgery. You have to use a Hospital of excellance. I was told this means the Dr. has done a certian amount of surgeries. Best of luck and DONT give up!
   — tootsie52