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Thanks to all ... will look at self-pay forum .... many questions for the doc's office next visit. Do not want to contact insurance co. first... no use in raising a red flag!

Hi -- Scheduled for a VSG in February as self-pay as Insurance would only pay for ONE bariatric procedure. Went thru the request and appeal but was denied (...had a lap-band for 5 years but had to have removed in 2010..was successful with that (68 lbs off), but now have gained 30 back in 1 year...) My major concern is what happens if I have problems during the VSG operation or sometime down the road...will my insurance NOT pay that "just because" bariatric was performed. Has anyone had a similar story? If insurance was paying for this, I would have no problems...I believe in the doctor and the procedure but don't want to have a lien on my house because I had this surgery... Thanks!!!!!