I am 23 years old and have struggled with weight for a long time. I do have a bad relationship with food and sweets especially. I want to also see a psychiatrist and a nutritionist to speak about these problems before and after getting this surgery if I am eligible. I have tried being dedicated to exercising and dieting but it is not possible with my schedule. I do not have children and I also am on the border of being pre-diabetic. Do not have a high blood pressure or high cholesterol. BMI- 35
March 24, 2018
Answer: Possible based upon Insurance Hi there, you may be a candidate- in general it is a BMI of 35 or greater with two medical conditions or 40 or greater on its own. However, different insurance companies have different requirements and they are becoming less and less strict, as we are seeing what a huge success the weight loss surgeries are for people. Pre-diabetes can count, arthritis can count (if you have joint pain), elevated liver enzymes, sleep apnea- you may have some of these issues and not even know it. In addition, being in a formal surgical weight loss program (at a center of excellence)- you'll have access to dieticians, psychiatrists, and all the support necessary to be successful. That being said, weight loss surgery is only a TOOL. In order to keep the weight off long term, you have got to work on lifestyle changes- most importantly exercise. The surgery will force you to make the necessary diet changes, but over time, it's important not to get back into old habits- that's why its so important to continue to follow up with your surgeon/dietician/etc. after surgery. Hope this helps! Good luck!
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March 24, 2018
Answer: Possible based upon Insurance Hi there, you may be a candidate- in general it is a BMI of 35 or greater with two medical conditions or 40 or greater on its own. However, different insurance companies have different requirements and they are becoming less and less strict, as we are seeing what a huge success the weight loss surgeries are for people. Pre-diabetes can count, arthritis can count (if you have joint pain), elevated liver enzymes, sleep apnea- you may have some of these issues and not even know it. In addition, being in a formal surgical weight loss program (at a center of excellence)- you'll have access to dieticians, psychiatrists, and all the support necessary to be successful. That being said, weight loss surgery is only a TOOL. In order to keep the weight off long term, you have got to work on lifestyle changes- most importantly exercise. The surgery will force you to make the necessary diet changes, but over time, it's important not to get back into old habits- that's why its so important to continue to follow up with your surgeon/dietician/etc. after surgery. Hope this helps! Good luck!
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