Reached My Lifetime Maximum. No more follow up care?

[bikrchk 1,313]

So I reached my lifetime maximum for my sleeve procedure about 1/2 way through last year. I'm scheduled for my 1 year follow up and at this point neither the appointment nor the labs will be covered. Basically no follow up care will be covered ever again according to BCBS of KC. Seriously? I'm thinking about cancelling my 1 year follow up entirely. My Dr. is no longer with the practice, so I have no idea who I'll see, I was checked 6 months ago and labs were perfect, I continue to take my supplements as directed. I'm in my goal range and maintaining nicely. Thinking this can wait for my yearly physical in 6 months with my regular doc when the labs and the appointment will be covered in full because they will be coded as "well care". Thoughts?

[woo woo 872]

Maybe call the bariatric practice and ask what all tests you should ask for, and then go and request them through your primary doctor so they are covered.

I am sure the bariatric center would be happy to try and work with you if you call and explain the situation.

I'm sorry this is happening!

[JamieLogical 8,710]

As I reading your post I was going to advise just waiting until your next physical with your PCP, but by the time I got to the end, you already suggested it. I's think that would be sufficient unless you are experiencing any symptoms of Vitamin deficiency or whatnot.