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I was wondering if my husband's insurance covers the lap band surgery for me. thanks
I had gastric by-pass and it was covered. I had a co-worker that had the lap band and it was also covered.
This network does not choose to cover LAP band surgeries. This is considered a cosmetic surgery and is not covered.
This does not generally cover lap band surgery. This is not a medically necessary surgery so it is not covered.
No, it is up to each insurance company to decided on whether they will cover this procedure or not. They are not required to cover this procedure by state or federal mandate.
The cost of lap band surgery in Beverly Hills, CA can range anywhere from $10,000.00 to $28,000.00 depending on the doctor. Some insurance companies do cover this procedure.
what are the weight requirments to qualify for the lap band surgery?
To determine your cost of gastric band surgery, it would be best to consult the customer service department of your health insurance company. Many insurance companies do not cover weight loss surgery unless it is medically necessary. If you want to pay out of pocket, it would be best to request an estimate from the surgeon of your choosing.
No, they only cover sexual heath.
yes but they only have two specific drs that do the surgery
The cost gastric band surgery is typically cheaper than gastric bypass surgery. With gastric bypass surgery prices ranging from $18,000 to $35,000, the gastric band (such as Lap-Band) prices range from a lower $17,000 to $30,000. The Realize Band costs even less at $16,000 to $25,000. Most insurance companies will cover the cost if the physician has deemed the procedure medically necessary. Some geographic areas are more expensive than others, as well as if the procedure is done inpatient or outpatient.
www.insure.com lists over two hundred insurance companies and tells what they cover. I was able to use my medi-care at Harper hospital in Detroit with a $900.00 copayment.