Don't worry! If anything, it increases your chances of getting approved by the insurance. I had sleep apnea, had it for 3 years. I got banded at the beginning of Jan 08 by the end of Jan, I didn't need to sleep with my machine. I don't have anymore sleep apnea. Loosing weight will get rid of it in most cases. And even if you happen to be one of few that will not be able to get rid of it, its no biggy, You'll get use to sleeping with a machine. But if you are obese over weight, chances are you will get rid of it. Good Luck!