Question:
Has anyone hears of Mamsi HMO (I live in Maryland); or had dealings with them for wls

   — Laura D. (posted on June 12, 2000)

June 12, 2000
Unfortunelty,,I also have MAMSI via Maryland and they DO NOT cover any surgery regarding weightloss. I had the surgery in November under another company, and now that I have MAMSI I can not return to that doctor because of the insurance,,,and it sucks! So now I have to go to my PCP and send information to my surgeon. Good Luck! Kim
   — Kimberly R.

June 12, 2000
Laura, your employers contract with Mamsi may or may not cover WLS. Each employer negotiates a different contract, so coverages vary widely. If you're currently with them, check your policy (you're entitled to one, so ask for the full policy if you don't have a copy) and see what the requirements are. Good luck to you!
   — Duffy H.

June 14, 2001
Laura, I have MAMSI (MD IPA) and I live in Virginia. I check had my initial denial overturned on the 1st appeal and I am approve as of June 13. So they can and will cover this. Maryland has the same Obesity Law going into effect (if not already) that Virginia has and I made that part of my appeal package. Good luck...
   — Betty M.