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Does Anyone Know If The Va Covers The Lapband?

I'm almost 3 yrs out from my surgery (Medicare coverage) but I'm also a vet. When I ad my surgery in 2009, the VA only covered gastric bypass. I've heard that they now cover lapband as well.

My uncle (who only has the VA insurance) is actively seeking information on this. If anyone is in the know, I'd appreciate it!

Marci

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    My DH is retired and TriCare is our coverage; don't know if it is ture for your uncle. My band was covered.

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    Niterun,

    Thank u for the reply. Unfortunately mu uncle doesn't have Tricare. Hes a disabled vet, not retired, so he has to us the basic VA system (which in my view is excellent medical care).

    The VA covers bypass. You'd think they'd cover the cheaper surgery too.

    Again, thanks

    Marci

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