Bariatric Surgery Costs
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Understanding Bariatric Surgery Costs
Bariatric surgery is a significant financial undertaking, often costing $25,000 or more. Insurance coverage for this procedure varies widely across states and providers. While some states mandate that insurers cover weight loss surgery if it meets the National Institutes of Health's health criteria, others do not. As a result, patients who could benefit from bariatric surgery may face challenges with insurance providers that have yet to recognize the long-term financial benefits of such procedures. In these cases, patients may need to collaborate with their surgeons to demonstrate that the surgery is a medically necessary, life-saving procedure rather than a cosmetic one.
For those on Medicare, there’s good news: it covers weight loss surgery for patients classified as morbidly obese, defined as being 100 or more pounds overweight or having a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above.
However, the financial considerations don’t end with the surgery itself. Many patients experience significant weight loss, leading to loose, sagging skin that cannot be addressed through diet or exercise alone. Consequently, plastic surgery is often sought to improve body contouring. The costs for these procedures can vary widely, depending on the patient's condition, any complications, and the specifics of anesthesia used.
Common post-bariatric surgery procedures include:
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
- Body lift (circumferential panniculectomy)
- Brachioplasty (arm lift)
- Breast lift, augmentation, or reduction
- Face and/or neck lift
- Thigh lift
Understanding the financial implications and potential insurance hurdles of bariatric and related surgeries can help patients plan more effectively for their healthcare journey.
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