Medicaid coverage is issued by the state. Each state can set different requirements for what it will and will not cover. Check with Medicaid in your state for details. You can also visit the website for either the CMS (http://www.cms.hhs.gov/) or HHS (http://www.hhs.gov/) if you want to search for additional information.
There is one hospital per general region that does allow medicaid to pay for it. Such as U of I at Chicago Hospital in that region.
It does!! A requirement that most hospitals and barix clinics have is that you have been insured by medicaid for atleast 6 months before the surgury.
Medicaid is a state plan, so it depends on your state. Call the Medicaid office for the details of requirements. Generally, Medicare will cover part of the expense, but not all, and there are specific requirements you must meet. Check in with Medicaid for the definitive answer.
Read the policy. If you cannot figure it out, call the local medicaid office and ask.
Whether Medicaid covers gastric bypass surgery depends on the specific state and its Medicaid program. Some states may cover it while others may not. It is advisable to check with your state Medicaid office or your healthcare provider to get accurate and up-to-date information about coverage for gastric bypass surgery under Medicaid.
Medicaid won't pay for this surgery. Each state determines what it will cover with it's medcaid benefits and while some will fund obesity drugs, medicaid will not fund gastric bypass Services unless it is a part of your treatment for an illness. If this is your case file an application for payment approval to get started.
That procedure requires prior approval from IL Medicaid.
If you are considered to have morbid obesity or end-stage renal disease Medicare/Medicaid may pay the full or partial cost of the Lap Band surgery.
No, you do not have to pay back Medicaid if you get a job.
Medicaid does not pay for fertility treatment.
I have Medicaid & was prescribed Effexor XR & Medicaid did pay for it.
Does Medicaid pay for dentures