My surgeon's office informed me that BCBS and this surgery (Lap band) carries a global charge meaning that there is a $50.00 charge for exams and $100.00 charge for adjustments. Customer service with BCBS "thinks" this is associated with the basic plan not standard. I could not get a real answer from them. Anyone ever hear of this? Initially the bariatric center said exams and adjustments were free for a year but due to this global charge I'll have to pay for them.

Check your plans website for more info. I have FEDERAL BCBS Basic option and pay a $30 co-pay for specialists and $20 for family practitioners. My LB surgeon is $30

I havd bcbs of texas and it does not pay anything. 350.00 for my fill and my surgery cost me 14,500 but its worth it!!