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Adding a New Medicare Advantage Plan

I apologize in advance if this has been addressed, but I couldn't find it.

I am currently on Medicare for disability and have qualified for WLS because of co-morbidities and BMI.I am in the process of completing my surgeon's requirements; the last one I need before my scheduling appt is the full 3 months smoke free (Dec. 16th is 3 months! Go me!!! :D )

I have done labs, mammo, shrink, cardio, endo, support group etc.

My question is: if I were to choose to get a Medicare Adv Plan that starts January 1, does anyone know how that would affect my WLS that is scheduled In January?

That is going to be a huge factor in my decision as to whether I add one or not and which one I choose.

TIA!

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No, I don't know but would suggest you talk to your surgeon's insurance coordinator. He or she may know or may be able to help you find out.

Good question.

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I was on Medicare and Medicaid for disability and when I sent in my paper work to start the process they had to wait til January to file it with my Medicare Advantage company ( I personally choose Health Alliance - it was the only one that worked with my pcp's office and hospital choice) Again I would agree talk to your insurance cordinator. Good Luck!

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