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Hi I'm Ty I live in new Orleans Louisiana and I'm thinking about getting the lap band surgery but my *** bcbs does not pay for it do anybody in my area know of an insurance that will pay for this surgery??

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Ouch, to having no band insurance coverage.

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Yeah I'm getting the run around from my insurance company they are absolutely refusing to pay for it even if I switch to ppo.

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If your job offers a different insurance you should call them first to see if they will cover it then switch. I work you luck

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Hey my name is Anna, I'm new as well. My sucky INS won't pay either:( I'm getting care credit( medical credit card). I'm sure LA has to have something similar. I'm in Texas.

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I spoke with my insurance company even if I switch to ppo they still won't pay for it. But I'm going to call Medicare credit and two other ones somebody has to approve me I was just diagnose with type 2 diabetes 6 months ago and I stay sick a lot I feel like this is an attempt to save my life

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I spoke with my insurance company even if I switch to ppo they still won't pay for it. But I'm going to call Medicare credit and two other ones somebody has to approve me I was just diagnose with type 2 diabetes 6 months ago and I stay sick a lot I feel like this is an attempt to save my life

I sorry your having to go through that. I know it's tough!!! I'm sure you can get approve for it! Sending you bunches of positive vibes!!!

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I use to have BCBS and at that time if your doctor fought for you and it was medically necessary it could be covered. Have they tried to appeal?

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Thanks for the support you all!!! Yes bcbs still will not pay for it even if it's life or death!!

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