The video answers frequently asked questions. After watching the video please use the “Contact Us” button on our web site to let us know if you have additional questions. CLICK HERE to read more details and access resources to help you apply for a grant.
The video answers questions like:
- Who qualifies to apply for a grant?
- My insurance does not cover the surgery I need can I apply?
- I do not have insurance can I apply?
- When can I apply? What is the deadline?
- Where do I get an application to apply?
- How do I submit an application?
- My doctor is not on your list can I still apply?
- How long does it take to be approved for a grant?
- If I apply will I get a grant?
The Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America ~ WLSFA.ORG is a 501 (c )3 Charity Contact us at info@wlsfa.org or call 503-847-9843 9 AM- 5 PM PST
I have insurance but I don’t have the funds to pay the 20% co insurance am I still applicable
Please visit https://www.wlsfa.org/grants
I have no insurance ans I need help getting this surgery or will improve my health so much i have a lot of health issues
Hi Betty,
Please write to info@wlsfa and give us more information. Thank You.
Please email us at info@wlsfa.org and explain your situation in detail.
My i surance wont cover bariatric surgery how can i apply for a grant
Thank you for your interest in our grant process. Please visit https://www.wlsfa.org/grants/ to get started.
I don’t have medical insurance but I in need of weight loss surgery
Please visit https://www.wlsfa.org/grants
Help my doctor says I need this surgery or I going to died…my legs can’t hold my weight…. My insurance says it cosmic…. I’m a diabetic…
Please visit https://www.wlsfa.org/grants
I had weight loss surgery in 2016 and made it to my goal weight but am not happy with lose skin in some areas would like to know if I could qualify for plastic surgery ?
Unfortunately, the WLSFA no longer funds plastic surgeries.
My insurance does not cover the weight loss surgery… where can I get the application
Thank you for your interest in our grant process. Please visit https://www.wlsfa.org/grants/ to get started.
I have insurance what have not been able to get approved just denials and I am working with a surgeon can I apply for a Grant
Please write to info@wlsfa.org and give us more details.
Does the grant cover needed skin removal as a result of successful weight loss surgery?
No I am sorry, we do not help with skin removal surgery any longer.
What is the reason for not covering skin removal surgery? I don’t understand that considering it’s part of the weight loss journey. Especially since most insurance only cover the panni but what if you need additional surgery like a lower and upper body lift. The plastic surgeons I consulted with don’t even consider you when you ask about insurance so for me everything would be out of pocket and since I’m on disability I don’t have that kind of money. I was hoping once I got this I would be able to get off disability if I found a job I can do without my skin getting in the way. Thank you.
At WLSFA our primary reason for fundraising is to help cover the cost of bariatric surgery, which is the most critical and life threatening. Most plastic surgery is considered elective, with the exception of the panni. In the future, with the help of our community we hope to be able to raise the funds necessary to help as many as we can.
I am in desperate need for weight loss surgery. I’ve done weight loss programs through physicians and nothing seem to work. I am employed in public safety and my weight has begun to cause other illnesses which is beginning to hinder me from working. I love my career and I don’t want to be on disability. I have insurance, but it doesn’t cover bariatric medicines or surgery. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.