Paying for surgery

It's important to research your insurance coverage and your expected out-of-pocket costs. Your medical center may have services to help you explore options for paying for your surgery. Not all insurance companies or plans cover the costs of weight-loss surgery. Medicare and Medicaid programs may or may not cover the costs of weight-loss surgery.

Insurance companies can require your healthcare team to show that surgery is medically necessary for insurance to pay for it. Your insurance company may require you to show you are active in weight loss, diet and exercise programs.