Where do I start?

[kera2020 0]

Hello! I'm looking into having the gastric sleeve.I'm current with kaiser, can someone please let me know the steps I need to take? I'm unhealthy, have tried many diets. 5'3 199 pounds and have high blood pressure

[4me4them 381]

Welcome! I started by reading everything I could on the internet about the surgeons in my area. The went to a free seminar to learn more about the procedures...but more importantly the demeanor of the surgeon. Once I was ready to go the surgeon's office had some info on my insurance but I contacted the company directly as well. Good luck!

[jane13 2,256]

@@kera2020 - WELCOME! Have you checked your insurance to see what is/isnt covered? That was my first step.

[pd2talk 1]

Kaiser has a wonderful program! Sign up for the orientation and check it out! What area are you from?

[kera2020 0]

Thanks for replying...I've did a lot of research on surgeons in my area. Which were great reviews...however, I did contact Kaiser and was told that the max out-of-pocket would be $3,000 and that includes if I would have to stay in the hospital over night but meds was not mentioned at all...also I haven't met my $1,000deductible yet, but I want to get the process started ASAP. What do u recommend I do as far as my $1,000 deductible and getting the process started?

[kera2020 0]

I'm with (so cal) Los Angeles

[jane13 2,256]

@@kera2020 - after I figured out what was covered I then contacted a surgeon and went to a seminar. Once I had done the seminar I scheduled an appt with surgeons office and then we discussed getting the deductible covered.

[ACV 34]

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Edited February 9, 2016 by ACV