Haital Hernia?

[rainbows 35]

Do i need separate approval for the dr to fix my hernia during surgery??? I dont want it to not be covered !!!!

[LadyK 164]

I don't think you do because it's a common procedure that's done with the surgery, most people don't even know they have the hernia. I didn't know and my surgeon fixed it and insurance covered it.

[Briannasmom 7]

My doctor fixed one for me at the same time as my surgery but they took care of notifying the insurance company. I didn't have to do anything. You should check with the person in your doctors office that handles the insurance and see what their policy is. I just had to cover the extra to the doctor after the surgery was over.

[isajck 229]

If located prior to surgery I am sure the doctor's office will include it in the authorization. This was the case with me and there was no problem with authorization and payment by the insurance company.