Getting Started
Process at western bariatric
Presurgical Requirements
Once your Initial Consultation has been scheduled, you will be required to complete a series of Medical Clearances.
These clearances may include:
Also, depending on a patient’s medical condition or insurance requirement, additional Medical Clearances may include:
Self Pay Options
We offer competitive cash rates to those patients who do not have insurance or those who do not have bariatric benefits with their health plan. Financing is available for the patients who are self-pay and for PPO patients who have out of pocket expenses associated with their policy.
Please consider Care Credit to assist you in your financing needs. An online application can be completed at www.carecredit.com.
Our finance department can help you with all the questions concerning cash pricing, insurance, out of pocket expenses, and financing.
Billing
At Western Bariatric, AMC all billing is done In-House, any questions our patients might have regarding claim status, deductibles, patient responsibility, out of pocket cost, co-pays, or any other miscellaneous fees can be answered either by phone or in person while visiting our office. A variety of different Health Plans are accepted including HMO’s and PPO’s. Please contact our office today with questions or inquiries regarding your insurance.
Affordable HEALTH care
Insurance Options
There are a number of different plans available to a patient, and at times, it becomes very confusing and difficult to choose which one fits your needs. Bariatric patients are required by their Insurance Company to undergo certain requirements prior to being granted surgery authorization. Each health plan has different criteria, but most are similar to those listed below:
Each health plan has different criteria, but most are similar to those listed below:
Not all insurance companies require the above criteria, although they are commonly seen in most. Our office staff is very knowledgeable and willing to assist you with understanding the insurance criteria of your health plan.
Patient support groups AT WESTERN BARIATRIC
After Surgery
Many successful gastric bypass surgery patients say that their support network helped them immensely in maintaining their new healthy lifestyle changes. From family and friends to their bariatric program support groups, there is a wealth of options available for people interested in weight loss surgery.
Support groups are an excellent resource. You’ll find people who share your goals of health and wellness. Our support group is a forum for celebrating successes, such as the improvement or resolution of co-morbidities. Our support group is devoted to people who have common experiences, who can share their feelings in a safe environment, and develop relationships that can contribute to improved physical and emotional health.
If you are thinking about weight loss surgery, and you want to learn more about the patient’s perspective or help reluctant family and friends understand, attending our support group meeting can be invaluable.
Our Support groups are a wonderful place to meet people and get perspective on bariatric surgery. You’ll hear about successes, frustrations, plateaus, and special moments, and have a chance to share your own experiences.