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Is Anthem (Blue Cross of California) to cover Lap Band Surgey?
I’m considering surgery lap band, but do not know if my insurance covered the habit. Technically, it is insured under my if it is medically necessary, but I do not know the probability approved. I talked to my doctor about this, so I want to know is if someone from the Blue Cross of CA, which is now known as Anthem has covered the whole experience with the surgery or do not not have. Thank you!
You really need to call your health insurance company. They will be able to tell you what the guidelines are for considering weight loss surgery “medically necessary”.
I had surgery on my nose to correct a deviated septum last year. My doctor submitted the paper work on the surgery and that it was medically necessary. I did not have to do anything to get the surgery approved. My doctor got the approval. Then I got a letter in the mail saying it was approved.
If you do have surgery- make sure you ask if your hospital, anesthesiologist are all in network. Just because the surgeon is – does not mean the others are. Check that out before surgery is done and you get big bills.