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If you are unable to get approval or have been denied bariatric surgery through your insurance, you can consider exploring options to undergo surgery with us in Mexico.
There are several reasons why an insurance company may deny coverage for bariatric surgery. Some common reasons are:
1. The insurance company does not consider the surgery to be medically necessary: For an insurance company to cover a procedure, it must be considered medically necessary. This means that the procedure is necessary to treat a specific medical condition and that it is the most appropriate treatment option available. If the insurance company does not believe the surgery is medically necessary, they may deny coverage.
2. The insurance company has exclusions or limitations on coverage: Some insurance policies exclude coverage for certain types of procedures, including bariatric surgery. Even if the surgery is considered medically necessary, it may not be covered if it is specifically excluded in the policy.
3. Patient does not meet insurance company's coverage requirements – Insurance companies often have specific requirements that must be met in order for a patient to be eligible for coverage. These requirements may include things like having a certain body mass index (BMI) or having tried other weight loss methods without success. If the patient does not meet these requirements, the insurance company may deny coverage.
4. The patient has a pre-existing condition: Some insurance policies exclude coverage for certain conditions or treatments if the patient has a pre-existing condition. If the patient has a pre-existing condition related to their need for bariatric surgery, the insurance company may deny coverage.
Why is it so risky to wait so long for your insurance approval because of your obesity-related medical condition?
If you are one of those patients to whom your insurance is not giving a positive response to your intervention, you have to read below what are the risks of waiting
1. Reduced quality of life: Obesity can significantly affect your quality of life, causing physical discomfort, social isolation, and other challenges. The longer you wait to address your obesity, the longer you will have to endure these negative impacts on your quality of life.
2. Difficulty losing weight: It can be more difficult to lose weight and keep it off as you age, so the longer you wait to address your obesity, the more difficult it will be to achieve lasting weight loss.
3. Increased risk of morbidity and mortality: Obesity is associated with an increased risk of many serious health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. The longer you wait to address your obesity, the more likely you are to develop these conditions, and the more serious they can become.
If you are unable to get approval for bariatric surgery through your insurance, you may want to consider exploring options for having the surgery in Mexico with us. Baja Hospital and Medical Center offers high-quality medical care at prices lower than in the United States
Bariatric surgery can be significantly less expensive in Mexico compared to the United States. According to the medical tourism website Medical Departures, the average cost of bariatric surgery in the United States is approximately $25,000, we have all-inclusive packages starting at $4,250. It is important to note that the cost of bariatric surgery in Mexico can vary based on a number of factors, including the type of surgery being performed.
Undergoing bariatric surgery in Mexico is likely to involve
some travel, so logistics such as transportation, lodging, and post-surgery care will need to be considered. Make sure you have a plan in place for these details before proceeding.
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