Question:
If insurance denies WLS but you need gallbladder surgery can't that be primary?

Could this be a way to get insurance approval? I would be happy to pay the extra charge over gallbladder surgery to have the WLS done at the same time and still utilize insurance surgery benefits? I am borderline with BMI of 38 and unsure if insurance will approve WLS, but have been having gallbladder problems?    — Barbara H. (posted on June 22, 1999)

June 27, 1999
My surgeon actually suggested this as a way to get most of my expenses covered. The GB is the primary and then the hopsital and other related expences are covered. The only out-of pocket you have is the surgeon for the WLS only.
   — Donna D.