Another Newbie Stopping To Say Hello

November 16, 2003

Hi everyone! Thank you so much to everyone who posts and provides such wonderful information for all us newbies and for others who just need the support. It does my heart good to see everyone who takes time out of their lives to post to this sight in hopes of helping others.

I am the mother of a 14 year old girl who has a BMI of 46. We have found a wonderful surgeon in Joplin, Missouri and have been through everything necessary for approval. We are now waiting on the insurance company. I know my insurance covers bariatric surgery but I don't know if they will approve for a minor.

My daughter is Bi-polar and ADHD and taked meds for these. I am hoping this too will not cause them to deny my daughter.

Well, enough...I mainly just wanted to stop by and say hello and thank you to everyone.

:banana

GeezerSue · November 16, 2003

If they deny her based on her disabilities, they may be in violation of the ADA and you may need an attorney. If they deny her based on age, they may be standing on firmer ground. Wait and see what happens and keep us posted.

Sue

Bright · November 17, 2003

welcome Billie,

just wanted to wish you lots of luck with your research into surgery for your daughter - hope your insurance comes through for you - keep us posted on any news!

jadrad7 · November 18, 2003

welcome to the board, I am curious to what age they will allow for minors, please let us know when you find out...i have a few realtives in mind...

November 18, 2003

Thank you so much for the information! I appreciate all the responses. And I will be happy to keep you posted on how things turn out. Most Insurance companies will not start to cover unless the person is at least 18 years of age, preferably 20. I am still going to pray and hope it goes through.

Thanks again for the responses!!

Billie:D