I am new to this. went to orientation here in MI, was told this was a very simple process , almost all insureance companies will cover this. they sent in my paperwork to insurance and I found out today Priority Health denied me. I have not even talked to my PCP about this.. what is my next step. very anxious to get started. any advice helpful please.

Well without knowing anything about you, I have to ask if you were denied because your insurance does not cover it at all or is there certian qualifications that you did not meet in order to be covered. Your surgeon's office would be able to tell you the reasons for the denial.

If it turns out that you insurance just does not cover it at all, no matter the case, you could then look into the self pay options. I know my dr. offered financing through a company called CareCredit which would allow you to make monthly payments.

I suggest talking to the office staff at the surgeons office and speak with them about your options. They would be better able to advise you.

The paperwork doesn't usually get sent to the insurance company until you've done what is required by the doctor and insurance company.

This is usually includes a 3 - 6 month supervised diet period.

Did they just call your insurance company and were told that lapband surgery is not covered?

Your BMI is high enough to get you surgery if they do cover it at all.

If they don't cover it then you can pay for it in cash.