New Here - Introduction

[vickyd 24]

Hi! I'm Vicky from New Orleans and I am just starting my Lap Band adventure...

I had decided several years ago that I wanted to have Lap Band surgery, but at that time my insurance did not cover it. Fast forward 3 years (after DH was laid off, going without insurance because COBRA was too expensive, being laid off myself and then both of us finally finding wonderful jobs)...a couple of weeks ago, we were watching TV and an ad for Lap Band surgery came on where they were talking about a lot of insurance companies covering it. My DH looked at me and said, "Are you sure our insurance doesn't cover it?". My only answer is that I just assumed that it wasn't covered based on the research I had done with our previous insurance...but it got me thinking...

The next morning, I called my insurance company (United Health Care) and was told that they do cover 90% of the cost of the surgery as long as I meet some requirements (which I do) and I use a surgeon and hospital on their plan...no problem :scared2:

After a lot of research, I have chosen Dr. William Richardson at Oschner Medical Center and have made arrangements to attend the Informational Seminar on July 27th. After I attend the seminar, I can schedule my first appointment.

I can't wait!!! :smile:

[Astrasmom 1]

Hi! I'm Vicky from New Orleans and I am just starting my LAP-BAND® adventure...

I had decided several years ago that I wanted to have LAP-BAND® surgery, but at that time my insurance did not cover it. Fast forward 3 years (after DH was laid off, going without insurance because COBRA was too expensive, being laid off myself and then both of us finally finding wonderful jobs)...a couple of weeks ago, we were watching TV and an ad for LAP-BAND® surgery came on where they were talking about a lot of insurance companies covering it. My DH looked at me and said, "Are you sure our insurance doesn't cover it?". My only answer is that I just assumed that it wasn't covered based on the research I had done with our previous insurance...but it got me thinking...

The next morning, I called my insurance company (United Health Care) and was told that they do cover 90% of the cost of the surgery as long as I meet some requirements (which I do) and I use a surgeon and hospital on their plan...no problem

After a lot of research, I have chosen Dr. William Richardson at Oschner Medical Center and have made arrangements to attend the Informational Seminar on July 27th. After I attend the seminar, I can schedule my first appointment.

I can't wait!!! :tt2:

Hi Vicky. I'm Dawn from NJ. Congratulations on the start of your journey. I wish you much success. Please keep us posted on your progress and if you have any questions please feel free to ask.