Question:
I am considering usin BTC in Wylie to have my surgery and

I was wondering if I need to have a PCP before going or can I just see the surgeon? I currently do not really have a PCP and if I do need one will they provide me with one? I will be on a PPO plan. Thank you in advance!    — Jan D. (posted on September 4, 2002)

September 4, 2002
Hi! I had my consultation with BTC in Langhorne on June 7, 2002. I have a PPO and went without a referral from my pcp so you should be fine w/o having one. In fact my pcp doesn't even know I'm having the surgery yet. Good luck and God bless!
   — Rebekah A.

September 4, 2002
I'm having my surgery in Wylie, TX at the BTC and nope, you don't need a referral from a PCP. They will require you to talk to a patient rep first and have their information sent out to you and then you can call and make your appointment with the surgeon. As far as them providing you with a PCP, probably not. Most likely they will advise you to call your insurance company to provide you with a PCP in your area who takes your insurance. Good luck to you! ; )
   — Stephanie S.

September 4, 2002
Thank you Stephanie and Rebekah for the information. This makes me feel better knowing I don't have to have a PCP first. Best of luck to the both of you in your WLS experience!
   — Jan D.