How can I obtain bariatric surgery on a pro-bono basis?

Question

I am SICK AND TIRED OF BEING OVER-WEIGHT!! I've gone through all of the motions, consulted with the physicians, heard the words, "you would make a GREAT candidate for bariatric surgery, but give me $15,000 to do it for you. Yes, I've submitted to insurance, but they know best and will not cover the surgery. You name it, I've tried it. I have two shelfs of Nutrisystem food sitting in my pantry as I type!! C'mon!! There has to be someone out there that knows the ins on how to be the guinea pig for new doctors...I'm 37 years old with a daughter that is soon to turn 5. I've had to teach her that fat is not a nice word. Now she calls over-weight people "just a little heavy". I'm not asking for a hand-out by any means, only an avenue as to where I might receive the surgical procedure and process pro-bono while aiding a physician in obtaining practice for this booming new phenomenom.

Answer 1

Unless you are famous like Carnie Wilson and allow it to be over the internet - it won't be pro bono. It's not that new. You can often fight with the insurance company as it being as necessary surgery vs/ cosmetic. Talk to the office manager at the different offices. Some have a lot of experience doing this type of dealings. Other option is change insurances if you can when the new year comes. Some work places offer more than one. Good luck.

Answer 2

I have no advice to offer, unfortunately. Maybe try googling "pro bono bariatric surgery"? Here is something I got when I did that:
http://www.wgal.com/health/4737402/detail.html?rss=lan&psp=health

It's out there -- keep looking!

Answer 3

Try Medicaid. (As long as it is health related, they may cover it. Combine it with insurance.) That may be the closest way to pro bono.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

check other insurance plans, some pay for it, then get that insurance. i dont think any doctor will do it cheap