I of course would pay for the procedure. I am 50 pounds overweight with metabolic syndrome and diabetes. My BMI is only low as I am tall with "all" my weight in my abdomen/upper arms. I am looking to cure my diabetes and lose 50 - 60 pounds. Any advice?
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There are many surgeons who are willing to operate on patients who do not meet insurance guidelines. My lower BMI limit is 30. I would need to know your height to complete the complete the calculation.
It will cost you between 15 to 18 thousand in Los Angeles area...
And yes, that is a great idea!
You will get more restriction, less fat absorption and more weight loss...
Actually I recommend the Gastric Bypass for al the failed Sleeve patients as I believe it has less complication rate...
Unfortunately you do NOT qualify for sleeve gastrectomy. The criteria for sleeve gastrectomy is a BMI greater than 40 or a BMI greater than 35 with at least one medical problem related to obesity. You do qualify for the gastric belly balloon. You need a BMI between 30 - 40 to qualify for th...
