Weight Loss Surgery FAQ

If, after reviewing your materials, you are considered an appropriate candidate for weight loss surgery, it may take only two to three weeks for your initial consultation with the surgeon. The entire process takes about 60 to 90 days, depending on your preoperative requirements.

It can take anywhere from one to six weeks, depending on your insurance provider. The process may be prolonged if all necessary medical records are not made available to us.

Out-of-pocket expenses vary depending on your insurance policy. Regardless of your policy, all out-of-pocket expenses should be paid in full prior to surgery.

We accept most insurance companies. Yes, we accept Medicare and Medicaid.

Though we will do our best to assist you, it is your responsibility to determine if your insurance company considers weight loss surgery a covered benefit. We suggest you review your insurance policy carefully and consult with your company's Benefits Office to confirm coverage. Be sure to write down the name of the person with whom you speak just in case your coverage is later questioned.

Responsibility for the psychologist's fees varies based on the type of insurance coverage. We will contact your insurance to determine coverage for the psychological services required.

No.

For individuals without coverage for weight loss surgery, a significant discount may be given for prompt and up-front payment off the full rate for the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy or the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.

Two to three weeks for the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy; two to six weeks for the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.

After surgery, you must learn how to eat again. You will consume full liquids (soups, protein drinks and yogurt) for one to three weeks, pureed foods for two to three weeks, and then soft, regular foods. Your nutritionist will outline the post-operative diet progression in detail at the nutrition education class before surgery. Learn more about Life After Surgery.

Each patient is different. It can be anywhere from one to six weeks depending on the type of work you perform.

That is not always the case. As a rule, plastic surgery will not be considered for at least a year or two after the operation since the skin will sometimes mold itself around the new body tissue. Give the skin the time it needs to adjust before you decide to have more surgery.

Our meetings are held at our Weight Management Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Download the Support Group schedule for Greensboro and Winston-Salem to learn more and see the meeting schedule.

Yes, please call 336-716-6099 and choose option 1, for more information.