The place I was referred to through my insurance (tricare prime) was listed as such. I am not sure what it means beyond making me feel more comfortable lol From what I've gathered it means you have to take a few more steps because they adhere to standards that are more strict than some places. I am just curious to hear from anybody else who has dealt with a surgery center like that and how the felt about it. I am going through Froedtert Medical College in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Dr. James Wallace.

My surgical group is also a member. I googled Bariatric Center of Excellence to find more information about it once I saw the designation in their literature, and I was very impressed. So far, I've received the best of care. I would consider a huge plus.

Hello, I too am required to go to a Baritric center of execellance by my insurance. I was impressed the first time that I went to my doctor. They have a whole group of doctors that work very close together. I am amazed at how fast they are acting and making sure that all of the info form my studys are getting back to my doctor very quickly. I do feel like I have jumped through alot of hoops but then I do want them to be well prepared. Good luck on your journey!

The bariatric program where I go is also listed as a center of excellence. I didn't have to do any additional testing. In fact, all I had to do was a psych eval, EKG, and lab work.

According to what I was told, Tricare requires the surgeon to be a member of a Bariatric Center of Excellence. To me, it has been great. They have toi adhere to stricter standards and have great follow up.