Question:
Are there any Foundations that help pay for Gastric Bypass Surgery?

I am 5'4", 350+lbs, severely depressed with medical problems due to my weight. I am unemployed, on title19 (medicaid) They refuse to pay for this type of surgery because they consider it to be cosmetic, even if there is a health issue. If anyone can be of any help or know of any Foundations or persons that could help me please e-mail me at [email protected]    — Machel D. (posted on June 9, 1999)

June 9, 1999
Medicare does pay for this surgery. It must be performed by a doctor and then billed to Medicare. They do not deny payment. This surgery will cure your disability, therefore it is absolutely necessary treatment in order to rehabilitate you. There are many people who have had this paid by Medicare. The trouble is in finding a doctor who will accept Medicare's meager payment.
   — Deborah L.

January 3, 2003
After a consult with my surgoeon, he gave me info on a foundation starting to aid financially for wls. www.millergoodmangoundation.com
   — Bradybug