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Unread February 26th, 2012, 04:02 PM
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Hello everyone,
I am brand new here and I am just beginning my journey of looking into WLS. I am most curious, at this time, about what insurances are accepted for the DS (preferably around the Bakersfield, CA area). I don't currently have insurance and I am wondering about getting insurance for the purpose of getting the surgery and the length of time I have to keep it and such. If anyone can shed some light for me I would REALLY appreciate it! Thanks.
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Unread March 13th, 2012, 07:48 PM
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You'd have to look at each policy to see if it excludes WLS. I know that others talked about working at Starbucks for 3 to 6mo to qualify for their insurance with the DS.

I have Kaiser and had to fight for my DS.
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Unread March 13th, 2012, 09:15 PM
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You must have health insurance long term after surgery too. How else would you be able to take care of your health? You have a lot of research to do.
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