question on insurance

[curiouslapbander 0]

Hello all i am getting very interested in lap band surgery, but have a question on insurance. I have Lineco ins. just wondered if anyone else has this and what you had to do to get approved?

[BeautyLocs 0]

Hi--

I don't have your insurance, but there are a few things that you might do in order to find out if it covers the surgery.

I called my carrier and asked them to send me the policy regarding bariatric surgery. If you're not comfortable calling your insurance company, you could talk to the HR rep at your job or whoever coordinates your health benefits. They can find out whether or not lap band is a covered benefit.

Another option is to find the surgeon that you want to do the surgery and work with the insurance coordinator in the office. They're responsible for verifying your coverage and making sure you fulfill all the requirements.

In any case, you'll eventually need to contact your insurance company.

Good luck to you!