tbutler 0 Posted September 26, 2012 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?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rojasanoll 920 Posted September 27, 2012 Ouch, to having no band insurance coverage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbutler 0 Posted September 27, 2012 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mswaison 0 Posted September 27, 2012 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starshine33 38 Posted September 28, 2012 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. 1 tbutler reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbutler 0 Posted September 28, 2012 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mswaison 0 Posted September 28, 2012 I wish you luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starshine33 38 Posted September 28, 2012 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!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Up2Me2B 5 Posted September 28, 2012 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? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbutler 0 Posted September 28, 2012 Thanks for the support you all!!! Yes bcbs still will not pay for it even if it's life or death!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites