This does not generally cover lap band surgery. This is not a medically necessary surgery so it is not covered.
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.
No, they only cover sexual heath.
yes but they only have two specific drs that do the surgery
I was wondering if my husband's insurance covers the lap band surgery for me. thanks
AnswerThey can barely answer the phone.
what are the weight requirments to qualify for the lap band surgery?
The difference between gastric band surgery and lap band surgery is the type of procedure which is undertaken and the complications which may arise from the surgery.
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.
You can find reviews of the Lap Band surgery at http://www.viewpoints.com/Lap-Band-Surgery-reviews. You could also check out http://www.chasefreedom.com/lapband.html
What Blue Cross Blue Shield coves depends on the policy one has. Policies differ and some will not cover procedures like lap band surgery.