Costs and Insurance Coverage of Weight Loss Surgery

Costs and Insurance Coverage

Generally speaking, both lap band and RYGBP procedures can be covered by insurance. Your medical coverage depends on the type of policy you have and the terms associated with that policy. Each individual insurance policy varies significantly, even when issued by the same company. Costs of lap band surgery or gastric bypass surgery will vary depending on the site where the surgery occurs (in-patient or out-patient), the type of bypass procedure (laparoscopic or open), and how long you are required to stay in the hospital.