Question about Tri Care Standard and WLS

[minpinmom 2]

As always, good to hear from you Dallman. I am writing a LOT more right now, just to keep my mind busy. I have my fingers crossed that Monday I will get to schedule. Keep us updated!

[Linda Davis 0]

Hi Mel I too am just getting started with the lapband process with Tricare. What has amazed me is how quickly they have procced with the process. I called my Dr when I found out that Tricare was now approving the Lap Band. The next moring Tricare called me! They said they were doing freestanding weightloss surgery centers if I was near enough to one of them. The nearest to me is Wictha Falls, TX about 90 miles. When I mentioned that it was a ways she immedatily approved the provider I had found in my area. (only to discover the next day that he was approved but did not have an approved operationing facility!?? Anyway I called Tricare back right away with Dr Daryl Stewart Md in Denton TX They not only approved him but faxed the referral while I was still on the phone! Sure hope the rest of the process goes at least halfway as smooth!. You might call Tricare and talk to them they may have a new w/l center near you.

Good Luck! Linda