High BMI. Do I qualify for a tummy tuck?

September 15, 2020
Asked By:Hydrangea20 in 50265 - West Des Moines, IA

I'm a very healthy 5'9" and 280 pounds female but my BMI is approximately 41%. I have a lot of muscle tone. My stomach doesn't stick out or have a lot of fat. My stomach is mostly skin that hangs but looks flat under clothes. I don't look morbidly obese. Do I not qualify for a tummy tuck because of my high BMI? Thank you.

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