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I'm curious to know how many bandsters have Univera and received approval for the LapBand?

Thanks!:thumbup:

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I'm curious to know how many bandsters have Univera and received approval for the LapBand?

Thanks!:thumbup:

I have univera coverage also . I have healthy NY what do you have ? I'm going to call them and ask. I'll let you know what I find out.

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Hi bugsbuni,

I currently have BCBS of WNY which covers it but after this month I will no longer have it, and now I need to select another Insurance provider.

Hopefully I can find one which covers the LapBand.

What is Healthy NY?

Thanks! :thumbup:

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It's a state program that helps people who can't afford or don't have insurance get coverage.

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I just called Synergy Bariatrics to see what type of insurance they take and the billing person said they do accept Univera but you have to lose 5% total body mass. I'm also interested in BGH's program and with them you have to lose 5% as well.

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Oh and the Dr over at Synergy does'nt like doing patients with BMIs over 48 or 50....my BMI is 69 so they are out of the question for me. ::wink2::

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I contacted Univera and person told me that it is covered if medically needed. The person is sending me the policy on it. I would suggest contacting Univera and asking about coverage of the procedure. Let me know what you find out.

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