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Bariatric Surgery Reduces Diabetes Medications, Cost of Care

Posted Thu, 08/26/2010 - 11:04am by Weight Loss Surgery

From Medscape Medical News

Emma Hitt, PhD

August 16, 2010 (UPDATED August 17, 2010) — Bariatric surgery may reduce the use of medications and healthcare costs in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to the findings of a new study. >> Read more >>

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Does Bariatric Surgery Affect the Risk of Adverse Outcomes in Pregnancy?

Posted Thu, 08/26/2010 - 10:41am by Weight Loss Surgery

From Medscape General Surgery > Viewpoints

Albert B. Lowenfels, MD

Posted: 08/16/2010

Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: Retrospective Analysis of Insurance Claims Data

Bennett WL, Gilson MM, Jamshidi R, et al

BMJ. 2010;340:c1662 >> Read more >>

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Posted Mon, 08/23/2010 - 2:00pm by Weight Loss Surgery
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Bariatric surgery cuts health-care costs for diabetics

Posted Thu, 08/19/2010 - 10:54am by Weight Loss Surgery

Insurance companies have squawked for years about the high cost of bariatric surgery. But here’s news that may pave the way for more approved surgeries: In a review of health-insurance records, researchers found that 75 percent of patients with type 2 diabetes were able to stop taking medications six months after undergoing bariatric surgery — and almost 85% no longer needed drug treatment at two years — cutting their healthcare costs. >> Read more >>

Very Important update to the Horizon BC/BS of NJ Plan that may affect you!

Posted Mon, 08/16/2010 - 11:29am by Weight Loss Surgery

  • The requirement for documentation of adherence to a 6 month diet has been removed!!!
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More on Obesity: The Surgical Solution

Posted Mon, 08/16/2010 - 11:09am by Weight Loss Surgery

Written by Nicholas Bertha D.O., F.A.C.S.

Obesity is at a level never before witnessed in the history of the human race. Adults and children are affected. All races and all cultures are affected. Most people know a friend, colleague, or family member who has actually had surgery to deal with their obesity. The procedures themselves and the requirements for eligibility are almost never well understood.

Ideal Weight

Do you qualify for surgery?
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Surgery to Cure Diabetes?

Posted Mon, 08/16/2010 - 11:00am by Weight Loss Surgery
View more news videos at: http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video. >> Read more >>

Horizon BCBS of New Jersey Changes Weight Loss Surgery Policy

Posted Thu, 08/05/2010 - 10:56am by Weight Loss Surgery

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey has recently changed it's position on mandatory participation in a medically supervised weight loss program for six consecutive months prior to Bariatric Surgery.

The revised policy, which becomes effective on June 19, 2010, states the following:
Within the 12 months prior to the time of surgery, the member must meet all of the following requirements: >> Read more >>

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons will be featured on NBC News Channel 4

Posted Thu, 08/05/2010 - 9:54am by Weight Loss Surgery

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons will be featured on NBC News Channel 4 on Friday August 6, 2010 @ 11:00 PM. The story showcases Gastric Bypass Surgery and it's effect on Diabetes. Tune in and watch this amazing story!

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