Insurance Coverage

Many insurance companies have their own specific guidelines for determining whether weight loss surgery will be covered.And, most insurance companies require that you meet certain guidelines before they will approve the coverage.

Since insurance plans vary, be sure to familiarize yourself with your carrier's

• Medical Review Process
• Levels of Coverage
• Deductibles
• Co-payments

Memorial Hermann accepts most insurance plans. However, this is not a guarantee that your insurance company will cover weight loss surgery.

If you are considering weight loss surgery, you can call your NewStart surgical weight loss coordinator, and they can help you determine whether your policy covers the treatment and what the requirements are. Financing options are available if your carrier does not cover weight loss surgery. Be sure to ask your NewStart surgical weight loss coordinator about your options.

Click here to see our list of Accepted Insurance