Question:
hi im trying to find a surgeon who will take blue cross through medi-cal

i live inthe sacramento area but some travel is not a problem    — sarahblackheart (posted on July 21, 2006)

July 21, 2006
When I was 19 I was on Medi-Cal for a year, I needed medical procedures because of a heart problem and they wouldn't cover it. I think you may have lots of trouble getting this procedure covered. Are you able to purchase private insurance? In any event - good luck and let us know! Kim
   — kimmy

July 21, 2006
If you go into "Insurance" and then click on California you can look up Medi-cal and it will show who had the surgery and Medi-cal covered it, and where they had it. I hope this helps.
   — Tanya1992

July 21, 2006
I live in Sacramento too and had Blue Cross HMO (California Care) and was approved within a few weeks after seeing Dr. Waldrep. However, I did need to have my PCP refer me to the surgeon. I hope this helps.
   — [Deactivated Member]

July 22, 2006
Hi Sarah, I live in Vacaville and had my surgery at UC Davis Mec Center on 11/08/05. Dr. Ali is the head of the bariatric program there and his staff is EXCELLENT!!!! Not sure what insurances is accepted, but they just received the golden award of excellence in bari surgery and are now recognized as one of the best centers for surgery. If you are interested and can't find their phone number, just email me back and I will get you the contact info you need! Good luck
   — GypsyWoman

July 24, 2006
Dr. Coirin and Dr. Coates ( I prefer Dr. Coirin) accept Medi Cal and Blue Cross. They ar e wonderful!! They both are in Modesto. The only thing w/ Medi Cal is that you have to pay for your Psych Eval ( about $250) Look up BariatricsRus.com
   — britiiiz1