Good luck!

If they have any questions about the Band itself, point out to them that as of January 1, it has an official CPT code. (See the sticky thread http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f8/new-cpt-codes-lap-band-11845/ )

To be honest with you, I am surprised that people haven't jumped on the potential significance of the the CPT code come January 1.

You see, until now, many insurance companies have said the LAP-BAND® is investigational (even though I think about 200,000 have been placed worldwide) because a 'code' doesn't exist for it.

Well, now it is official, and has a code that can be billed for it, just like gallbladder surgery, an office visit, immunizations shots, etc.

I am hopeful that the new CPT code will cause many insurance companies to change their tune about the supposed 'investigational' nature of the Band.

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Dr. Ron Hekier, Texarkana LAP-BAND® Surgeon
LAP-BAND® Texarkana ( Texas | Arkansas )
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