Hi all,

I wrote to Tricare 6 months ago to see if they covered lap band surgery. I was told that they didn't so I self paid in Mexico. I have since learned that Tricare to do cover it and have put a claim in to see if they will reimburse part/all of it. Has anyone else been sucessful at getting reimbursement?

I was lucky enough to "make friends" with a Tricare Rep during the process and she called me to tell me when it finally went through and said to PLEASE tell everyone who has had it this past year to submit for reimbursement, she said it would be on a case by case basis and the same requirements would have to be met. So, I assume that if you qualify for the surgery they will reimburse you the amount that they pay the Dr. (which isn't usually as much as self pay). Let us know how it goes - how awesome for you!

I also made friends with the lead at Tricare West. She also told me that as long as you meet the criteria and had the surgery after Feb 07 they would reimburse you. I think it is a bit more paperwork, but you will get some of the money back.