I’m 44 with high BP and hypothyroidism. Weight is 212 and my BMI is 33.63. My doctor gave me referral for bariatric surgery. Called and was suppose to go to seminar August 13. Hospital calls me today saying because my BMI is off by 1 percent I don’t qualify! I’m a 44DD and I’m all top heavy which is putting strain on my legs. I lost my mom she was 48. Seminar is month and half away and they call me today and tell me this. I could lose or gain weight by then. What should I do? My health is declining.
Answer: BMI > 35 to qualify for bariatric surgery People qualify for bariatric surgery if they have a BMI of 35 or higher and have symptoms such as high blood pressure. Since your BMI is 33.6, you do not qualify according to insurance criteria. However, if you want to pay for it yourself it could be done. Also, with a BMI of 33.6 you could consider doing a breast reduction since you are a 44 DD. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. You can also consider a tummy tuck. If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Answer: BMI > 35 to qualify for bariatric surgery People qualify for bariatric surgery if they have a BMI of 35 or higher and have symptoms such as high blood pressure. Since your BMI is 33.6, you do not qualify according to insurance criteria. However, if you want to pay for it yourself it could be done. Also, with a BMI of 33.6 you could consider doing a breast reduction since you are a 44 DD. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. You can also consider a tummy tuck. If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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July 6, 2020
Answer: BMI too high what do i do -- jasonemerm.com hormonal optimization consider hormonal optimization and weight loss medication with our physician, see link. you will need weight loss as discussed but this can help boost that result. Best, Dr. Emer.
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July 6, 2020
Answer: BMI too high what do i do -- jasonemerm.com hormonal optimization consider hormonal optimization and weight loss medication with our physician, see link. you will need weight loss as discussed but this can help boost that result. Best, Dr. Emer.
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July 6, 2020
Answer: Weight loss Dear missyfoulkes,
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July 6, 2020
Answer: Weight loss Dear missyfoulkes,
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July 7, 2020
Answer: Qualifying for bariatric surgery. Hospitals and insurance companies do you need to put some objective criteria and for those who fall right on that number this can definitely happen.
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July 7, 2020
Answer: Qualifying for bariatric surgery. Hospitals and insurance companies do you need to put some objective criteria and for those who fall right on that number this can definitely happen.
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