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Gastric Bypass - Pre-existing Condition for Insurance?

If I get gastric bypass (self-pay) is it considered a pre-existing condition for the rest of my life, or will it affect health insurance in any way?

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Gastric bypass and pre-existing condition

Obama's new healthcare plan prevents insurance companies from excluding pre-existing conditions.  It should not affect your ability to get insurance because you will actually become healthier after weight loss surgery and decrease your chances of developing many medical problems.
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Gastric Bypass - Pre-existing Condition for Insurance?

After a year it should be a non issue. Best to check with your health insurance carrier not us docs over the internet. We do not work for the insurance companies. From MIAMI 

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