After doing quite bit of research while waiting for insurance approval I had decided on Gastric Sleeve. Got insurance approval and found out that only Bypass is covered. Very disappointing. Has anybody petitioned insurance to cover an alternate surgery and been successful. I certainly can't afford sleeve without insurance coverage. I will proceed with bypass but think I would have been happier with the sleeve

Edited March 12, 201511 yr by bls01

Well that stinks but I have friends that have had GB and are all doing great and dropping weight. If that helps at all

I agree with Elode. I have friends who had GB and are doing great, feel great, got thin, and healthy. I don't believe I would hesitate if it were me, and they agreed to pay for it, but not the sleeve. I'd be first in line!!

Hi there! I had planned on having sleeve and was switched to bypass after learning that the sleeve could make my reflux worse.

I am so happy I had bypass. All of my co-morbitiies are gone now. I am off medications with the exception of hypo thyroid replacement. I feel fantastic!

It is hard work and a new way of life. I think both surgeries require a lot of lifestyle change.

The most important thing you can do for yourself is feel very comfortable before you go in. You must have a positive attitude in WLS or you will struggle to make the necessary changes.

Good luck on your upcoming surgery!

@@bls01 I really think it's wrong for an insurance company to dictate which surgery you can have. I would see if you can appeal this.

I had BP & doing just fine