Question about getting started

SaraAnn21 · January 28, 2011

I want to have the lap band done and have mentioned it to my doctor and he thinks that it is a good idea. Now what is the next step to me possibly getting it through my insurance?

Do I contact a surgeon in my area who will do it or will my doctor do that? I'm confused

How did you you guys get started?

mattie7632 · January 28, 2011

I would 1. find out if you have coverage w/your insurance first, if so then find a surgeon in the network

2. contact the surgeon, they will set you up with a seminar then a consult and will go over all your financial deets at that time

I want to have the lap band done and have mentioned it to my doctor and he thinks that it is a good idea. Now what is the next step to me possibly getting it through my insurance?

Do I contact a surgeon in my area who will do it or will my doctor do that? I'm confused

How did you you guys get started?

SaraAnn21 · January 28, 2011

My insurance does cover the lap band. I have United Healthcare Choice Plus. How do I find someone in my network?

I would 1. find out if you have coverage w/your insurance first, if so then find a surgeon in the network

2. contact the surgeon, they will set you up with a seminar then a consult and will go over all your financial deets at that time

mattie7632 · January 28, 2011

Most doctors should take it, afterall UHC is a major carrier. If you have a surgeon in mind, just give em a call and make sure they take your insurance before you commit to anything

SaraAnn21 · January 28, 2011

Thanks

Most doctors should take it, afterall UHC is a major carrier. If you have a surgeon in mind, just give em a call and make sure they take your insurance before you commit to anything

honk · January 28, 2011

If you have an HMO your primary care doctor will need to give you a referral. If you are PPO find a surgeon and see if they are in your network. My opinion is to find a doctor that does not have a "program fee". This is a extra profit fee that you pay out of pocket to the doctor above and beyond what they can bill your insurance. I think those fees should be illegal.

JennyLouThatsWho · January 28, 2011

I want to have the lap band done and have mentioned it to my doctor and he thinks that it is a good idea. Now what is the next step to me possibly getting it through my insurance?

Do I contact a surgeon in my area who will do it or will my doctor do that? I'm confused

How did you you guys get started?

I'd call your insurance company and ask. They'll tell you what your coverage is! I am currently in the process of getting started as well! I found a bariatrics office and had a consultation with the doctor. He gave me a check list to complete before I can get a surgery date. The checklist includes: Labwork from my primary doctor, an upper endoscopy, a nutritional consultation, and a psyche evaulation. Good luck doll!