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Why choose the advanced bariatric surgery center in Lubbock Texas?
From incisionless sleeves, sleeve gastrectomy to gastric bypass and switch surgery, the goal of The Advanced Bariatric Surgery Center in Lubbock, Texas, is to get you on track to enjoying a healthier lifestyle and reducing your health risks. Contact Us Today!
What is Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery?
A small part of the stomach, roughly the size of an egg, is used to do this surgery. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery reduces the amount of food you take in at meals since the smaller stomach is connected directly to the middle portion of the small intenstine.
How does a gastric bypass surgery work?
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery reduces the amount of food you take in at meals since the smaller stomach is connected directly to the middle portion of the small intenstine.
What is the cost of gastric bypass surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery cost can vary depending on a multitude of factors such as insurance and the location of the procedure. Our prices at West Te...
How much do you have to weigh to get gastric bypass?
There is no recommended weight, however gastric bypass is recommended for patients with a BMI above 40, or for patients with a BMI above 35 that ar...
How quickly can I get bariatric surgery?
If you want gastric bypass surgery in Lubbock, and you want to get it from West Texas Bariatric, you will want to call us and ask what our wait tim...
Does insurance cover gastric bypass?
Yes, many insurance providers will pay for gastric bypass surgery. You will want to check with your insurance provider to make sure that gastric by...
How long does it take to lose weight after gastric bypass?
Weight loss starts immediately after surgery. Some patients will be asked to lose weight before the surgery by going on a liquid fast. Total weight...
Can you gain the weight back after gastric bypass surgery?
Although it is possible to regain weight after gastric bypass, it doesn’t happen quickly. Patients who regain all the weight usually fall back into...
What is a sleeve gastrectomy?
Sleeve Gastrectomy (Restrictive Procedure) In this surgery, two-thirds of the stomach is permanently removed. Sleeve gastrectomy creates a sleeve or tube-like structure and permanently reduces the size of the stomach.
What is biliopancreatic diversion surgery?
A biliopancreatic diversion will change the normal process of how you digest food by making the stomach smaller. Food bypasses part of the small intestine and fewer calories are absorbed.
What BMI do I need to get Medicare?
Under these requirements, you must have a BMI greater than 35 with a condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea or high cholesterol. You will be assigned an insurance advocate who will guide you through the process of getting to surgery and help you understand your Medicare benefits. Dr.
Does Texas have Medicare?
Medicare coverage guidelines in the state of Texas DO NOT follow traditional CMS requirements. Sadly, the requirements for patients that do not have Medicare replacement plans are much stricter in the state of Texas. This is due to a local care determination set forth by Novitas, the default administrator for the state of Texas.
Does Medicare cover weight loss surgery?
The benefits of weight loss surgery for patients over 65 is well documented, enforced by the decision of Medicare to provide coverage for bariatric procedure s. Researchers found that adults over 65 will notice the same improvements in quality of life from weight loss surgery that patients in their thirties and forties have. Older adults will also experience a decrease in obesity related medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure, helping to lower or end the cost of prescriptions, following their weight loss surgery.
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