Bud 0 Posted January 16, 2008 Went to the Columbia University Seminar on the Jan 12th. When I initially set up my appointment on the phone I was told medicare was no problem. When I attended the seminar I was told I would be put on a 5+ year waiting list. I don't understand why they didn't tell me up front that they did not want medicare patients. A complete waste of time and money for me. ARGHHH!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Betsyjane 2 Posted January 16, 2008 Put it behind you and go find a Medicare lap band surgeon! Don't let those guys get you off track! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bud 0 Posted January 16, 2008 I guess I should mention that I have been to three seminars now and through one physical only to have everyone tell me they don't accept medicare. Medicaid ok; medicare no-way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Betsyjane 2 Posted January 16, 2008 Call Medicare and find out where the providers are. (Sorry to be so cut and dry...sounds like you're really frustrated with good reason). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baby ruth 1 Posted January 16, 2008 Sorry Bud...don't give up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bud 0 Posted January 16, 2008 I wont give up I just wish they would tell me up front if they do or do not take medicare patients. Sooner or later I will find someone who does accept medicare patients. I was just thinking, there are fewer and fewer Dr's/hospitals every year that will accept medicare patients. If medicare is a good example of national health care I don't know that I am all that interested. Just a thought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bud 0 Posted January 16, 2008 Baby Ruth. I was just noticing you have lost 9 lbs and aren't banded yet. Good job. :smile: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bud 0 Posted January 16, 2008 Betsy Jane. Thanks for your posts. I will try that....again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
