Each insurance company has many different “plans” that individuals or employers may purchase. Most insurance company will have some plans that have a bariatric surgery benefit and some that do not. Unfortunately, the exclusion of weight loss surgery is legal, regardless of severity or of other mitigating factors.

These complicating factors make easy answers regarding insurance coverage difficult. Bring a copy of your policy to your first appointment and we will help you get this figured out. You can get a copy of your policy by asking your HR department or your insurance agent.

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• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njoQPpn96gA
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp1j_WNFxos