Great News for the Panhandle: Walmart and Sam’s Club Employees Now Have Coverage for Weight Loss Surgery
We recently added Walmart as one of the employers whose team members are now eligible for bariatric surgery with us via the BARInet benefit. If you’re employed by Walmart (or covered under their ERISA-type benefits) and live in Texas, Oklahoma, Southern Colorado, Kansas, or even New Mexico, we are likely your designated provider for bariatric surgery!
Understanding the BARInet Benefit – and How We Can Help You in Amarillo
If you’re exploring bariatric surgery and your employer offers BARInet coverage, GOOD NEWS! Panhandle Weight Loss Center is contracted through BARInet to offer bariatric surgery at a reduced cost to you, the patient!
What is BARInet?
BARInet is a specialized bariatric surgery benefit that is an “add-on” to your typical health insurance plan. BARInet insurance provides coverage for weight loss surgery through specific doctors and surgical centers like us that are proven to provide quality, safe surgeries with low complication rates and best-pricing.
What does this mean for eligible patients?
If you qualify for bariatric surgery and have BARInet insurance, this means you are able to have weight loss surgery right here in the panhandle of Texas, with some of the best surgeons in the United States. You get to work with our local team of doctors/surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and other team members who are dedicated to your success and can help you every step of the way. As well, you don’t have to travel far and we are able to accommodate various work schedules to minimize the amount of time off you need.
What employers offer BARInet insurance?
Several large employers in the area provide BARInet as a benefit to their employees and more employers are opting for this coverage everyday. Right now, the primary employers offering this coverage in our area are: Tyson Foods, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and now WAL-MART and Sam’s employees!
Take the Next Step
If you’re interested in exploring eligibility, steps to enrollment, or how the process will work (from consultation through surgery through recovery and follow-up), our team is ready to help answer questions, check your coverage, and walk you through what to expect. We’re committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care — helping you pursue improved health and lifestyle in a way that aligns with your goals.
Reach out to us today to schedule a consultation or for more information about how BARInet works with your employer-sponsored benefits. Together we can review whether you’re eligible, walk through the timeline, costs, and what you’ll experience, and decide if this is the right path for you.