Question:
If I go out of state, will my medicare cover me?

There's not a doctor in my state, that does not have at least 1 year waiting list, just for my first visit. Help...    — Donna C. (posted on June 29, 2002)

June 29, 2002
Yes, Medicare will still pay... I live in Arkansas and use several doctors in Memphis, TN and have had no problems with Medicare.
   — Linda M.

June 29, 2002
I had to go 3,000 miles away to Oregon for some non WLS surgeries. And I had to get prior approval from Medicaid. (Looking back now I wish I had been denied). I sure don't see why they would'nt cover WLS in another state. Good luck.
   — Danmark

June 29, 2002
Sorry. My reading skills (and eyes) are bad. I thought it was Medicaid, not Medicare. ;)
   — Danmark

January 6, 2004
Yes it will. I live in California and I went to Reno Nevada to have my surgery done. Medicare paid for everything. I didnt have any out of pocket exp. when it came to the medical bills. Good Luck.
   — Holly B.