Will Health Insurance Pay For Weight Watchers?

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    Fred Adams
    The HSA Expert, Health Revival, Athens, GA
    The Affordable Care Act does dictate obesity insurance coverage decisions for clinical preventive services as recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. The task force does not address what insurance companies should specifically cover, so patients must consult their insurance company, and also follow recommendations offered by a doctor’s office. This can range from intensive counseling (12 to 26 sessions) at the doctor's office or referring patients out for weight-loss help.  Some insurers are using Weight Watchers for patient referrals, while other companies are paying for memberships or offering discounts or reimbursements. 
    Answered on April 21, 2014
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