Hi -- Scheduled for a VSG in February as self-pay as Insurance would only pay for ONE bariatric procedure. Went thru the request and appeal but was denied (...had a lap-band for 5 years but had to have removed in 2010..was successful with that (68 lbs off), but now have gained 30 back in 1 year...)
My major concern is what happens if I have problems during the VSG operation or sometime down the road...will my insurance NOT pay that "just because" bariatric was performed. Has anyone had a similar story?
If insurance was paying for this, I would have no problems...I believe in the doctor and the procedure but don't want to have a lien on my house because I had this surgery...
Thanks!!!!!
