TigerLily 3 Posted September 5, 2011 Thank you in advance for any and all input. Here is my question: I have Kaiser and have had Kaiser for years. I didn't want to have to wait forever to get my surgery so I self payed in Mexico. Should I (GOD FORBID) have any complications or problems arise, will I be covered? I would love to take advantage of their bariatric aftercare program and see a nutritionist, psych ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxbins 625 Posted September 5, 2011 That is what I did. I told my PCP I was having surgery in Mexico. After I came back, she ordered baseline labs for me and referred me to the bariatric nutritionist (who was not much help, but I appreciated the referral). I also found out when and where the support group meets. I was told that if I thought I had a surgery-related complication, I should go to the KP bariatric center where there is always a bariatric surgeon on call. I had no complications so I can't really say how that would have worked. I will say that the people who work in the bariatric program are really not keen on people having surgery in Mexico but my PCP is great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TigerLily 3 Posted September 5, 2011 Thanks Foxbins!!!!! What a pretty pup - btw!!! I also went down to Dr. Aceves. He was WONDERFUL!! With the exception of my creepy night nurse, I fell in love with the entire team down there. I had conducted some research and found Dr. Aceves one of the most qualified. This is the primary reason I chose Mexico. Thanks again, Susie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TigerLily 3 Posted September 5, 2011 Oh, and a ps: here..... I have yet to meet my pcp. I have been assigned to her for well over 3yrs. I haven't had the need to go. Most of my medical meetings were with the OB/GYN and having two kids. I tried to schedule an appt with her to get a referral and the only appt was 4mo out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TigerLily 3 Posted September 6, 2011 I have an answer. Just got off the phone with Membership Services. All is good!!!!! Yeah!!! I will be covered for ALL aftercare and am being referred to the aftercare bariatric program if I choose to use it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsereno 2,525 Posted September 6, 2011 Good news! Glad the receptionist at Kaiser Fremont was right :-) I love the aftercare program. It makes me feel better to know I can call or see someone who is familiar with WLS surgery issues and how it affects other aspects of my health. Lynda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites