We Accept Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance for MALS, SMA, GERD, Anti‑Reflux & Bariatric Surgery

Danny Shouhed, M.D. in Beverly Hills

Patients who live in MN, AZ, TX, MA, FL, NC, or IL and have Blue Cross Blue Shield can access advanced minimally invasive care, from Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS) release to sleeve gastrectomy, under one fellowship‑trained surgeon. At Danny Shouhed, MD, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive treatments for complex gastrointestinal conditions, including Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), GERD, anti-reflux disorders, and bariatric surgery. Our team is proud to accept Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans, making it easier for patients to access the specialized care they need for these life-disrupting conditions.

Dr. Danny Shouhed is an internationally renowned surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic and robotic techniques. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic abdominal pain due to MALS or SMAS, treatment for acid reflux or GERD, or are considering bariatric surgery for sustainable weight loss, Dr. Shouhed and his Beverly Hills team provide a compassionate, personalized approach backed by years of experience and innovation.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Covered Surgical Procedures in Beverly Hills

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plans often provide coverage for a wide range of surgical procedures, including those for digestive and metabolic disorders. Coverage requirements may vary based on the procedure and condition, and our office will work closely with your insurance provider to help determine eligibility, gather necessary documentation, and secure pre-authorization when needed.

Conditions We Treat with Blue Cross Blue Shield Coverage:

• MALS (Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome): A vascular compression syndrome that causes chronic abdominal pain, treated through minimally invasive median arcuate ligament release.
• SMAS (Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome): A rare condition that leads to duodenal compression and digestive symptoms, managed surgically to restore proper function.
• GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease): Chronic acid reflux that can damage the esophagus and lower quality of life, often treated with laparoscopic anti-reflux procedures.
• Anti-Reflux Surgery: For patients with persistent reflux symptoms not controlled by medication, we offer options like LINX, Nissen fundoplication, and other innovative approaches.
• Bariatric Surgery: Including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and duodenal switch, offered for patients meeting medical criteria and seeking long-term weight loss solutions.

Why Choose Dr. Danny Shouhed?

• 700+ robotic foregut & bariatric procedures performed
• Clinical faculty at Cedars‑Sinai Center for Advanced GI Surgery
• Speaker & chapter author – The Robotic Revolution (2025)

If you suffer from any of these conditions and have Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, we are here to help guide you through the diagnostic process, treatment planning, and insurance coordination.