Lindsey Toppila 2 Posted October 11, 2012 Does anyone know if the gastric sleeve is covered by medicare/medical? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjloser 62 Posted October 11, 2012 Yes, but I think it depends on where you live. 1 Lindsey Toppila reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey Toppila 2 Posted October 11, 2012 California...? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oz Ley 9 Posted October 11, 2012 I'm in Louisiana and was approved by Medicare yesterday. 2 Lindsey Toppila and ebonisekim reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smoore 6 Posted October 12, 2012 I'm in Louisiana and was approved by Medicare yesterday. Hey Oz Ley where are you having your surgery? I'm in Louisiana too! Surgery on the 17th! 1 Lindsey Toppila reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oz Ley 9 Posted October 12, 2012 Hey Oz Ley where are you having your surgery? I'm in Louisiana too! Surgery on the 17th! At Ochsner hospital in New Orleans. I'm still waiting for them to call and schedule a surgery date. 1 Lindsey Toppila reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDM0927 29 Posted October 12, 2012 Does anyone know if the gastric sleeve is covered by medicare/medical? Yes, California medical does cover the sleeve! Sent from my iPhone using VST 2 GENNYOSKINNY and Lindsey Toppila reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey Toppila 2 Posted October 12, 2012 Thank you!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oz Ley 9 Posted October 12, 2012 Hey Oz Ley where are you having your surgery? I'm in Louisiana too! Surgery on the 17th! Got a call today, surgery on the 26th. Start my pre op diet tomorrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zazzer 1 Posted October 20, 2012 pennsylvania !! anyone know .??? please , How do you find out. ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zazzer 1 Posted October 22, 2012 ya all are too helpfull here, i feel like a jerk. did i say something stupid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keya34 46 Posted October 22, 2012 ya all are too helpfull here' date=' i feel like a jerk. did i say something stupid[/quote'] I dont think so but just saw post I would call your medical insurance. This is what I did to find out. Good luck to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBootyQT 78 Posted October 26, 2012 pennsylvania !!anyone know .??? please ' date=' How do you find out. ?[/quote'] Medicaid in PA pays for it. start by calling a few surgeons and ask their office. Also check some in Philadelphia if you are not too far from you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bebee 33 Posted December 25, 2012 Hi All.. I only have the sleep study left 2 do.. But my dr @ Tulane is leaving Jan 18th.. I was so sad & angry bout this.. I wish i can find another dr soon.. & I PRAY I DONT HAVE 2 RE DO ALL MY APPTS AGAIN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBootyQT 78 Posted December 25, 2012 Try to get sleep study done ASAP! Then try to get paperwork submitted under expedited. You may be able to get in if you hurry. In meantime try to research another doc that takes your insurance. I had to switch docs in mid of process and it actually worked out better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites