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Help Finding A Doctor

I am on Medicare and it seems that doctors in Dallas are no longer taking Medicare because they are not getting paid. I was scheduled with Dr Benivedes and as of Sept 1st he will no longer take Medicare. I have a psyc eval tomorrow and no doctor. Any help would be great as I am very frustrated. Thanks!

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    Have you called the medicare office to ask them to help you find a surgeon?? They should have a list of current surgeons for you to choose from

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    Medicare is of no help. I think I may have found someone who will work but don't want to jinx it. I'll keep all posted.

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    Dr. Hagood of Southwest General Surgical Associates did the LapBand procedure for a friend that was on Medicare in June 2005. Dr. Anderson, who did my Lap-Band procedure is also in that practice, so I suspect he takes Medicare as well. Dr. Hagood and Anderson's offices are located at Presbytarian Hospital in Dallas.

    FYI... Medicare patients must have the Lap-Band procedure preformed at a hospital rather than a surgical center and Medicare requires and overnight stay.

    Hope this helps!

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    I'm not sure if you are willing to travel, but Dr. Felix Spiegel is my recommendation.

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