Question:
I just heard from someone that United is no longer covering WLS as

of January 2002. Anybody have any information on this is it true? Being that I just started approval process I am very discouraged. Stacey    — Stacey G. (posted on December 19, 2001)

December 18, 2001
I would not rely on what you hear....I would call your health insurance carrier directly and find out whether they will no longer cover WLS. I had United Healthcare EPO and they were the best!!! I'm 5 weeks and down 40#.
   — Dianne K.

December 18, 2001
I have heard the same thing about insurance companies here in Florida. I agree with the last poster. Call your insurance company and ask, or ask if they could send you a 2002 benefits booklet. Good Luck with your approval!
   — Kristin R.

December 19, 2001
I work for a doctors office and just called today to verify beenfits for a patient with united health and was told they will pay 90-100% for wls. so good luck and check with your insurance
   — [Anonymous]

December 19, 2001
I had UHC and they were fabulous. Check them out at www.myuhc.com and see if there's anything online about it. Good luck!
   — scottiemaam O.

December 20, 2001
Hi, I have United Healthcare PPO and so far they say that it is covered, I haven't been approved yet because I haven't actually found a doctor I want to use. I noticed that you live in Florida and I have been hearing rumers that they aren't not going to cover it. But so far I think they are just rumers as I have not seen an answer where someone actually spoke to the insurance company to find out for sure. Please call your insurance company and ask. Whenever I call United Healthcare they are always friendly and willing to help. It is best to hear it straight from the horses mouth!!
   — M. S.

December 27, 2001
It totally depends on your group policy and can differ if your plan is self-insured through your employer. Hopefully yours will be covered! Check it out.
   — Joelle B.