whether or not health plans sold through the state health insurance marketplaces cover bariatric surgery will depend on the state -- some will and some won't. you can see what's happening where you live on the webmd health reform page. there you may find specific information about what health plans will be required to cover. in your case your income qualifies you for medicaid -- if your state is expanding its program (again check the state page to see if it is). medicaid will cover the cost of bariatric surgery as long as it's considered medically necessary.
my pcp and ortho requests weight loss sugery will this new insurance cover this? . 56 yrs f bmi 46% pcp and ortho doctor request weight loss sugery hypertension diabetic fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. . my income is under $15 000 a year no children single. . . would this new insurance allow me to get the help i need? . .