Canadian gal - are any costs covered...

[Bebrie 4]

My husband and I both have medical benefits through our jobs. Are there any other Canadians who have had their surgery covered fully or partially through their medical plans? I haven't had surgery yet (Dec 16!!!) and if I can get some of the costs covered that would be an extra bonus!

[Talktime 0]

Hello...I'm from Vancouver, BC

I had the surgery done on July 28th, 2010. My medical didn't cover it but it is useable on your taxes as a dedcution. Either way its alot of money but TOTALLY worth every penny. I was heading into a life were everything I did was a challenge because of the weight. I figured I would use the money now to make my life healthy and enjoy it to the fullest or it would be going to my funeral expenses instead. I am 5'3' and was 285.5 lbs at surgery and now I am 248 lbs. I already am feeling so much better and it was the best descision in my life. The band is not an easy fix but it sure does help you control your portions and wrap your head around what food does to you. Anyways good luck with your surgery !

[Scoobie 0]

I'm not sure which province you're in. I'm in Alberta and apparently alberta hedlth care covers some for out of province costs. I will be having my surgery in Ontario next month. I'll see if I can dig up Ito. I know there is a specific form to fill out. I think another lady I spoke to got about $1100 back. Something is better than nothing.

[Jessistt 1]

Hi, I am from the Vancouver area as well and I am getting mine done through Mexico Nov 17th. All I know is both of my friends used it against their taxes and both received roughly $2000.00 back...all we can do is try! Good luck with your weight loss journey!

[Bebrie 4]

Thanks everyone for your responses. I am from Saskatchewan and I now know that they only costs I can recoup are from our income tax.