Sep 17, 2008 · I have Wellcare/Medicare. I was told when I signed up for Wellcare that who ever took medicare would accept Wellcare. WRONG!!! I have found surgeons that take …

Apr 25, 2009 · Can anyone tell me what the requirements are for Wellcare (Medicare approved health plan) to get an approval? Wellcare keeps saying that what ever Medicare covers, they …

Nov 19, 2025 · Unlike Medicare, which is a federal program, Medicaid is a state-sponsored program with variable coverage. As of 2025, approximately 13 states offered Medicaid …

Aug 25, 2018 · Kentucky Weight Loss Forums - Welcome to the Official ObesityHelp Kentucky weight loss forum. At our Kentucky weight loss forum, you will find a friendly and welcoming …

Medicare covers the Duodenal Switch Medicare specifically recognizes and provides coverage for Duodenal Switch weight loss surgery, and hopefully this recognition by a Federal health plan …

Mar 10, 2025 · Bariatric Surgery is often surrounded by myths. Let's debunk some of the most common misconceptions about Bariatric Surgery.

Jan 15, 2011 · I was decided on the lapband but a friend of mine has the VSG and really does like it medicare and my surgeons doesn't do them...They do the lasp. kind ...so whats the difference...

Sep 12, 2012 · Hello, have any of you had bariatric surgery through Caresource insurance ? Have any of you applied for bariatric surgery through Caresource (Ohio) ? If yes the either, can you …

Jul 12, 2007 · The problem I have seen with this in the past is that the patient must be stable enough and healthy enough to survive the surgery. Most hospitals and acute care settings …

Jun 17, 2010 · I was just dx with lupus as well. At the time of surgery Medicare would not cover the sleeve and I was too afraid to have the bypass due to bowel issues with Wg. The band …