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I'm so glad to know the wait period is less. Our Medicaid plan that I work for has to have to our members travel out of town because of the provider that is credentialed with us. We pay travel reimbursement, so make certain that you inquire about that if it's needed. Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I am employed by a medicaid insurer, look on the back of your card and call the benefits line listed. Once you reach a rep, tell them you would like a list of providers sent to you for bariatric physicians and a list for behavioral health providers (for your psych evaluation later)...they will send all of the providers that are credentialed with their company that accept your insurance. That way you don't have to call only the ones that you know are doing bariatric surgery. Also, if you don't find a good one that takes your Medicaid please ask if they are willing to do a 'Single Case Agreement'...this will allow your insurance to partner with the hospital and surgeon to receive services and payment for your case only. Don't give up, there are always options! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask...everyone deserves a chance to become the healthiest they can be! Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app