Insurance Coverage For Colostomy Reversal Experiences

ze1dude

Feb 06, 2013 9:59 pm

I am 12 months post-colostomy and soon seeking a reversal. Has anyone had trouble with insurance covering the reversal? Thanks!

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yaya

Feb 07, 2013 12:45 am

ze1dude, hello. I had the reversal done in March of 2011. Two weeks ago, I had a temporary ileostomy made due to a fistula. I am waiting for the fistula to heal so I can have the drop down again. I guess what I am trying to say is that I have had the stoma, drop down, stoma, and will have another dropdown when I am fistula healed... (At least that's my plan. I have had no problems with insurance coverage for any of my surgeries.) It's a long journey we are on, and sometimes the road is all uphill, but it does get better, and I wish you much success with your reversal. While it's not perfect, it's so nice to not worry about a bag and leakage and smell and... well, you know. Take care and best of luck. Jody

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Bigboi

Jan 16, 2014 3:32 pm

I too am in need of a reversal. I have taken all tests besides the final pre-op tests they require to start surgery, and I'm good to go, besides the fact I don't have medical insurance or $27,000.

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